Chemistry Section Analyst

We're looking for a Chemistry Analyst to join the Nestle Quality Assurance Centre (NQAC) team in York on a fixed term contract, covering up to 12 months parental leave,

it's a great position where you will get to work with a real mixture of our brands.

At Nestlé we are proud to produce some of Britain's best loved brands such as Kit Kat, Nescafé, Smarties, Buxton, Go Cat and Shreddies. Around 95% of UK households consume our brands, and more than two billion Nestlé products are sold in the UK every year. The Chemistry team ensure that consumers have accurate information regarding the nutritional profile of our products, and that our products consistently meet the defined nutritional standards.

A day in the life of a Chemistry Section Analyst

As a Chemistry Section Analyst, you will be responsible for the completion of chemistry / nutritional testing in a safe and compliant manner to provide an accurate, reliable and efficient testing service to NQAC York customers.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensure on-time delivery of chemistry testing, whilst maintaining accurate electronic and/or paper records


• Prepare samples for analysis and dispose of chemicals and other waste materials.


• Ensure workplace is safe and work is carried out in a safe manner.


• Active contribution and support of the daily and weekly operation review process by sharing openly issues that relate to the performance of the department and to support rigorous root cause analysis to enhance processes and ways of working.


• Participation in internal audits


• Within the role you will be expected to work to high standards of GLP in order to maintain the section's ISO17025 accreditation and partake in the relevant proficiency schemes to demonstrate on-going competency.
  
  We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Analyst who may have worked within a laboratory testing environment before or a graduate with some experience within a laboratory. Training will be provided., Having a relevant science HND / degree which cover chemistry such as Nutritional chemistry science


• Ideally have relevant laboratory experience of test methods and their routine application.


• Ability to work on own initiative.


• Manage and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.


• Previous experience of traditional food testing methods would be a distinct advantage.


• Ability to be able to trust your own judgement as to when to involve/seek advice from line management on issues that deviate from normal policy.


• A team player.
  
  At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity, our people make up several Colleague Networks who represent different experiences and communities who hold us accountable in creating a sense of belonging for all, and our values create the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution you bring. Find out more about our Colleague Networks here: Diversity, equity and inclusion | Nestlé (nestle.co.uk)


We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!

Shift: Working days Monday-Friday across 37 hours

Salary: £24,375 plus potential bonus and excellent companywide benefits

Although this is a full time, fixed term opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual's flexible working needs, don't let this stop you from applying., What can we offer in return? Great benefits you'd expect from a business the size of Nestlé - in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.