Summary
Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.
Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.
Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.
So, what's the role?
Working within a close-knit and diverse team, you'll be responsible for the analysis of finished products within a Quality Control environment. You'll become an integral member of the Dechra family and play an essential role within the testing process of wet and solid dose products.
Working closely with the QC Shift Manager and the wider team, the day-to-day will involve a wide variety of responsibilities and cover Instrumental and HPLC testing. You'll have the opportunity to attend release for sale meetings and develop strong relationships with Supply Chain, Warehouse, QC and other departments. We're a friendly bunch and always welcome collaboration and a fresh perspective.
Package
- Average 36-hour working week (with a day off every other Friday!!)
- Shift is 14:00pm to 22:30pm
- Plenty of training and development opportunities
- 22.5 days annual leave + Bank holidays
- Option to buy a week's holiday each year
- 8% Employer Pension Contribution
- Free access to the Headspace App
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking
Main Responsibilities
- Initiating Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIRs), Deviations, Change Controls, CAPAs, Due Date Extension Requests and Effectiveness Reviews for related work
- Facilitating ad-hoc investigations, providing support and expertise, as necessary
- Review the analysis completed by others, facilitate corrections/amendments, as necessary
- Write, review and revise SOPs, as required
- Champion the company's values (Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Ambition) in all aspects of the role, including interaction with co-workers and third parties
Ideal Candidate
What do you need to bring to the table?
Whether you're a seasoned professional looking for a new challenge or starting your journey within pharmaceuticals we'd love hear from you and look forward to seeing your ambition and passion for testing.
The following additional skills and experience will stand you in good stead:
- Experience with HPLC testing (desirable)
- Experience within a manufacturing environment (ideally within pharmaceutical, food, chemical etc)
- Understanding of data integrity (ALCOA principles GMP)
- Strong attention to detail
- Ambition and drive, not afraid to challenge the status quo