QC Analyst - Working Student

About Ecolab 

A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations spanning over 170 countries, Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. Our team delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets. 

We are seeking a motivated working student to join our ECOLAB Quality Control team for a placement period. This role provides hands-on experience in a regulated life science environment, focusing on essential day-to-day laboratory activities. The successful candidate will support routine quality control testing, and laboratory operations, contributing to the safe and compliant running of our facilities.

Reporting

The QC Analyst – Working Student will report directly to the QC Lab Manager to support the day to day testing required within this manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample Preparation: Assist with the preparation of in process and finished product samples to analyse on QC equipment in support of the release process.
• Raw Materials, In Process & Finished Product Testing: Complete analysis of products against a set specification, across different laboratory Equipment e.g. FT-IR, GC systems and HPLC systems.
• Laboratory Maintenance: Help maintain laboratory cleanliness and organisation in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Documentation: Accurately record all laboratory activities and results in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Equipment Support: Assist with the operation, calibration, and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment under supervision.
• Lab Purchasing & Stock Taking: Support the purchasing of laboratory consumables and reagents and assist with regular stock checks to ensure adequate supplies are maintained. Help with inventory management and liaise with suppliers as required.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop practical skills in Quality Control Analytical testing and working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Gain experience with GMP/GLP documentation and compliance.
• Understand the principles and importance of pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Build teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities in a professional setting.
• Learn about laboratory supply management and procurement processes.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

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