Quality Controller (FTC)

We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our team in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire on a fixed term contract.

We are looking for a Quality Controller for the Quality department at Sartorius. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all products produced onsite meet necessary criteria and standards by performing inspections, in process checks and release checks, batch reviews and complete all relevant documentation according to GDP requirements.

The team consists of 8 professionals, and we are looking forward to shaping the future with you.  

This position is available for full time on a fixed term period until the end of September 2025 and based on site in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire.

Working hours are one week Monday to Thursday 5:30am to 14:00, Friday 06:00am to 11:00am the following week Monday to Thursday 14:00 – 22:00, Friday 11:00am to 18:00 rotating shifts on a weekly basis.

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities  

• On a daily basis you will be responsible for Mouldshop inspections, In process and batch release checks in the mould shop, First Off approval in the mould shop, Goods In inspection and release, as well as inspection and release in the packing department

• You will routinely check plastic parts and components, machines and processes against specifications

• You will actively report and communicate any issues arises to the QC Supervisor and the rest of the team

• Liaising and work closely with Quality and Production team continuously including outcome of inspections and findings

• Dealing with daily quality issues and failures and inform relevant departments of nay failures

• You will record non – conformances into the system (SAP) and take appropriate actions

• You will follow ISO 9001, ISO13485 and regulatory IVD requirements as well as good documentation practice (GDP) and ensure compliance at all times

• Working part of the team as well as independently

What will convince us 

• Experience in a quality control role in manufacturing or production environment in the pharmaceutical or medial industry following ISO standards would be ideal though candidates from other industries will also be considered i.e.: automotive, food, aerospace etc.

• Experience of reading engineering drawings would be ideal though not essential

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages such as Word, Excel

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organisational skills, to be able to juggle multiple processes and priorities

• Flexible approach to work

• Experience of using a CMM either Aberlink and/or Zeiss would be desirable but not essential

In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

What we offer 

As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits: 

• Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform – even before joining

• Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team-spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network

• Health & Well-Being: Wide section of health and well-being support such as healthcare plans and health assessment services  

• Intelligent working environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment

Attractive Working Conditions

• 39 hours working week

• 21 days annual leave plus public holidays

• Free parking on site

• Free hot and cold drinks

Health & Wellbeing

• Competitive benefits package, including:

  • Group Personal Pension Plan

  • Group Life Assurance

  • Group Income Protection

  • Travel Insurance (Employee Paid)

  • Salary Sacrifice Health Assessment Service

  • Salary Sacrifice Will Writing Service

  • Salary Sacrifice Cycle to work Scheme

About Sartorius 

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. 

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. 
www.sartorius.com/careers