Job ref: QCT050226 Job type: Permanent Location: Newry Closing date: Thursday 12 Feb 2026 13:00 Job Overview The QC Technician will be responsible for assisting in daily laboratory tasks, aiding the Quality Control Team. It will be the Technicians responsibility to oversee the calibration/verification of laboratory equipment on a daily basis. The technician will be expected to assist QC analysts with preparation of chemicals and reagents necessary for analytical assessment. On occasion it will be a requirement that the QC technician carry out raw material analysis including but not limited to wet chemistry and/or HPLC/GC. The QC technician will also be expected to assist in the preparation and organization of department working hours for this position are Monday to Friday 6am-2pm. Main Tasks/Activities: Daily calibration/verification of Laboratory Equipment Preparation of Laboratory reagents and Chemicals Wet Chemistry HPLC/GC Analysis To log samples into the laboratory record book Preparation/maintenance of laboratory documentation General Housekeeping Duties Training and directing new analysts in performing their functions to a GMP standard. Responsible for adhering to all relevant Health & Safety procedures at all times. To carry out any duties as deemed necessary by management. Essential Criteria: Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order to be considered: GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or 2 years' experience in a GMP environment Good planning and organisational skills Good communication, both oral and written Excellent attention to detail Ability to work on own initiative Desirable Criteria: Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the following desirable criteria: Experience in a GMP regulated chemistry laboratory. Duration: Full time, Permanent Location: Newry Additional Information: Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Benefits: Free life assurance Company pension scheme Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave Wedding leave Company sick pay Employee well-being initiatives Employee assistance programme On-site free parking Subsidised canteen facilities WeCare programme - supporting the local community Employee perks scheme Employee recognition scheme Career development opportunities Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community. To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.