Quality Control Associate / Location: Basingstoke, RG24 /Salary £14.14 per hour / Full time 35 hrs Monday to Friday

We're recruiting for Quality control Associate, for a leading global innovator in science and healthcare. This is your chance to be part of meaningful work that directly supports progress in cancer research, environmental protection, and food safety

As a Quality Control Associate, you'll ensure that media products meet high standards of quality and consistency before they are released into clinical, laboratory, and industrial applications.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct QC testing to company specifications, including Level 1–3 methods
• Prepare media and support investigations into out-of-specification results
• Keep accurate training records and follow regulatory procedures
• Plan and manage testing timelines and updates for customer service teams
• Record data using SAP Quality Management System
• Maintain lab operations including cleaning, autoclave use, and waste management
• Adhere to Quality System processes and safety practices
• Collaborate with departments including QC, QA, Manufacturing Sciences, Production, and Planning
• Follow testing priorities as directed by senior staff
• Engage in continuous improvement using PPI lean methodology
• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines

Qualifications:

• Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) in Microbiology or related discipline — students and qualified by experience (QBE) also considered
• Strong organisational and planning skills with a detail-oriented, methodical approach
• Results-driven mindset with clear prioritisation and goal-setting abilities
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and accurately interpret methods
• Hands-on experience with microbiology QC testing and basic lab techniques (e.g., pipetting, pouring plates, swabbing)
• Calm and structured working style, especially under pressure
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office tools
• Skilled in troubleshooting and conducting root cause analysis
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills