Smart4Sciences - Quality Manager - Pharmaceuticals
Smart4Sciences are currently working with a Greater London based Pharmaceutical manufacturing company to recruit a Quality Manager on a permanent basis.
As a Quality Manager you will be part of the site leadership team and responsible for leading the direction of quality with a cleanroom manufacturing/production environment, ensuring GMP compliance and drive continuous quality improvement throughout the organisation. 
Key Requirements

Proven experience in a Pharmaceutical GMP QA Position including line management and/or supervisory experience
Extensive knowledge of GMP QA principals, methodologies and tools
Extensive experience with MHRA inspections and audits
A comprehensive understanding of EU regulatory guidelines and the product licensing processes
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide QA professionals
Prior experience in a Pharmaceutical CDMO would be strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

Provide Quality leadership and direction to the Quality team, overseeing/managing all aspects of the quality function
Ensure continued compliance by assessing and developing regulations/regulatory position to develop and implement changes within the business
Act as a liaison between the company and regulators/customers for quality based queries

Interviews for this Quality Manager position are happening now so please apply today

Microbiologist
I am currently working with the worlds most automated wet wipe manufacturers based in their Flintshire site in North Wales. You will be working on some of the market leading products, gaining some great experience and will be provided with some good training programmes to allow continuous career development.
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Key responsibilities for the Microbiologist
 

Perform Microbiology testing on the manufacturing facilities to ensure production is complaint.
Provide training sessions for others on testing methods.
Complete final sign off for Microbiology studies/ validation.
Ensure document archiving is complaint and accessible.
Environmental monitoring, waste disposal, water systems and other related tasks.
Perform equipment calibration, troubleshooting and validation for the laboratory.
Support with internal audits when required, for both training purposes and external audits.

Requirements for the Microbiologist

Hold a Scientific Degree.
2 Years’ experience working within Microbiology.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits for the Microbiologist

Free on-site parking.
Fantastic career development opportunities.
Continuous company growth.
Social working hours- No weekends.
Early finish on a Friday.
 

To apply for the Microbiologist or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 909045.

Packaging Technologist – Cosmetics/Beauty – CheshirePackaging Technologist role opportunity working for a global leader in cosmetics! This is a great opportunity to work for a market leader in cosmetics and personal care. As a Packaging Technologist, you will have further career progression opportunities as the business is recording year on year growth. You will be working with a dynamic company and trendsetter in the market who have created their own brand. The successful Packaging Technologist will have the chance to build technical knowledge and a diverse professional network.The role:You will be assisting the product development, technical analysis, verification, and quality aspects of custom an stock packaging.Working on a diverse range of products across the Beauty, Cosmetics & Personal Care category.Assisting compiling information to support in the checking of details about product quality, testing, processes, and compliance as required during the entire product lifecycle, from technical drawing and sampling through to factory production.Ideal requirements: 3 years plus experience of packaging specification and compliance setting In the Beauty / Personnel care industry.A good problem-solving mind set, being solutions driven and the ability to investigate problems to find the root cause.Knowledge of packaging materials, print processes, artwork, and origination.Knowledge of EPR Packaging Waste RegulationsAbility to analyse and generate data.Good understanding of testing standards and requirements related to the industry.If you are interested in this Cosmetics Packaging Technologist role please send me a word version of your CV!!

Product Specialist – Northamptonshire - HybridA long standing family, community led business are looking for Product Specialist to join their small dynamic team. The role offers great learning and development opportunities as well as career progression. As a Product Specialist you will have the chance to manage projects, bring your ideas to the table and have a real influence on the business. This Product Specialist role is deal for an enthusiastic, process driven person with solid portfolio/product management experience!Requirements;Degree educated in business, marketing, Life Sciences, or a relaavent field.3 plus years product management experience; (medical device, healthcare, or professional goods industries would be preferable)Process driven, analytical and previous pricing experienceEnthusiastic with great communication skills able to work between multiple teams in the business such as R&D, NPD, regs and Supply chainPast experience of keeping on top of market trends keeping product portfolios up to dateThe roleThe Product Specialist joining the team will be focusing on the development and commercialisation of medical grade infection control productsThe role oversee the entire product lifecycle, ensuring company products meet rigorous industry standards, address customer needs, and driving company growth.This will includeProduct lifecycle ManagementSales enablementResource and asset managementProduct launchPerformance analysisReportingMarketing / customer insightsIf you have experience as product specialist, product manager, NPD, project manager, portfolio manager please send me your CV!

Regulatory Technologist - Cosmetics - Cheshire
Would you like to work as a Regulatory Technologist for a global leader in cosmetics? This is a great opportunity to work for a market leader in cosmetics and personal care. As a Regulatory Technologist, you will have further career progression opportunities as the business is recording year on year growth. You will be working with a dynamic company and trendsetter in the market who have created their own brand. The successful Regulatory Technologist will have the chance to build technical knowledge and a diverse professional network.
The role:

The regulatory team focuses on ethical consumer trends.
Raw materials are reviewed for cruelty free compliance, plastic-free vegan suitability and sustainability  
Ensuring that processes are followed with documentary evidence supporting the marketing of cosmetics for global markets
Working closely with the NPD and Lab teams
Communicating with testing houses, raw material suppliers and regulatory bodies.

Ideal requirements: 

Previous cosmetics or relevant regulatory experience
Computer literate, knowledge of the MS Office suite.
Ability to work independently and as part team in a fast-paced environment
Ideal candidates would come from a BSc/MSc Cosmetic Science or a Chemistry background

If you are interested in this Cosmetics Regulatory Technologist role please send me a word version of your CV!!

Technical Manager – Household goods – ManchesterI am looking for a Technical Manager to join a well-established SME manufacturer of household cleaning products and consumer goods. The successful Technical Manager will be responsible for new product development and regulatory compliance. As a Technical Manager you will have a chance to make a real difference operating in a small teamDaily duties will include:

Leadership and management of the company R&D programs
Working on new and existing formulations
Keeping up to date with the latest trends and innovations
Being responsible for the legal compliance of all products and product labelling
Overseeing QC of lab and production batches
Assisting production teams with any issues in batch manufacture
Management of all chemical raw materials used on site
Assisting the sales team by providing customer support with technical enquiries

Ideal requirements:

A scientific related degree (preferably chemistry)
Previous experience in a Technical Manager/NPD/ Compliance role within the chemical industry
Formulation development experience
Knowledge of regulatory compliance
Have a basic understanding of UK & EU chemical regulations
Experience of COSHH and compilation of COSHH assessments

If you are interested in this Technical Manager please send me a word version of your CV and your availability for a call !!

Regulatory Affairs Officer (Hybrid working)
I currently have a great opportunity for a Regulatory Affairs Officer to progress or start their career within Parallel import. This position is open for both Regulatory and Quality Assurance professionals, so please if you are unsure, give me a call 01925 909045.
Key responsibilities for the Regulatory Affairs Officer (Hybrid working)
 

Ensure Regulatory compliance with drugs imported overseas.
Lead any changes within the regulations and ensure the QMS is complaint with these.
Review and monitor licence applications to the MHRA.
Manage Supplier and Vendor communication.
Ensure all labelling is to MHRA regulations.

Requirements for the Regulatory Affairs Officer (Hybrid working)
 

Hold a Scientific Degree.
1 years’ experience within Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Regulatory Affairs or 5 + years within Quality Assurance
Expert organisation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits for the Regulatory Affairs Officer (Hybrid working)
 

Free on-site parking.
Hybrid working policy up to 4 days remote
No weekends.
25 Days holiday + bank holidays.

To apply for the Regulatory Affairs Officer (Hybrid working) or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 909045.

Senior Analytical Scientist – Pharmaceuticals – North London   
A pharmaceutical company within the Midlands are looking for an experienced Analytical Scientist, who has experience in conducting HPLC testing in a pharmaceutical environment. This is to work for an organisation that has grew ten-fold since its inception. As a Senior Analytical Scientist, it will be your chance to progress through the company’s ranks and be a senior figure head for the years that follow. 
Responsibilities 

HPLC testing of solid dose pharmaceutical product. 


Raising any none-conformances, out of trend or out of spec results and assist with any subsequent investigations. 


Adhering to strict GMP standards.  


Conduct Analytical Development/Validation.  

Requirements 

Proven experience with HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and other analytical techniques (3+) 


Prior GMP experience in a pharmaceutical environment. 


Method Development of HPLC is a must at this level! 


Supervisory experience (from mentoring to training staff on HPLC & GMP)  

Benefits 

Bonus contribution (performance determined)  


26 days holiday. 


Bank Holidays also included. 


Free Parking. 


Pension Contribution. 


Vitality Health.  

PLEASE NOTE: This company does not have the licence to provide sponsorship. Candidates need to have a full & permanent right to work in the UK.  
Please apply now or contact Aidan Stanley at Science Solutions on 01925 989 675. Or email at aidan.stanley@sciencesr.com  

Quality Control Analyst
I am working with a leading generics manufacturer based in the Liverpool area looking for an experienced QC Analyst to join the team due to continuous growth.
Key responsibilities for the Quality Control Analyst

Perform routine analysis via HPLC.
Assist junior members of the QC team with analytical studies and development.
Routine testing on finished products.
Assist with continuous improvement and work with the QC Supervisor to implement this.
Write technical/scientific reports.
Assist with Method Transfer and Validation.

Requirements for the Quality Control Analyst

Hold a Scientific Degree.
2 Years’ experience working within Quality Control.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits for the Quality Control Analyst

Free on-site parking.
No weekends.
25+ 8 bank holidays.

To apply for the Quality Control Analyst or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 909045.

Responsible Person
A key position has become available with one of the UKs leading generics manufacturers based in Liverpool. You will be responsible for the distribution of licenced drugs from the Warehouse in Liverpool.
Responsibilities for the Responsible Person

Acting and named as a Responsible Person.
To carry Pharmaceutical GDP duties surrounding EU guidelines.   
General operations within the Warehouse.
Amending & Creating a QMS to in line with your clients business model. 

Requirements for the Responsible Person

3 years of experience withing pharmaceutical wholesale distribution (QA)
Knowledge and understanding of the current requirements of GDP. 
Line management experience
Experience in the Export & Import of medical products

Benefits for the Responsible Person

Free parking
Social working hours
No weekend work
Good career development opportunities

Please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on 01925 909045