Shift Quality Control Technician

We are looking for a Shift Quality Control Technician to join us, working as part of a team rotating on shifts and following training & support be able to work under own initiative with good & clear communication between team members is important. The role is currently based at the Pocklington production site and to then move to be based at our brand new facility in Howden by 2026, which is currently under construction. This new facility is to ensure our high quality fertilizer products continue to be produced, in line with business growth plans, before being exported to over 60 countries.,

• Analyse product samples using approved methods and procedures within the company's ISO 9001 quality system and Integrated Management System.


• Identify where analysis is compliant with approved specifications.


• Test in-coming raw materials to ensure compliance with approved supplier specifications.


• Record results and maintain laboratory records and databases.


• Update and maintain daily dispatch records in relation to approved analysis.


• Carry out calibration of laboratory equipment in line with laboratory procedures.


• Perform quality checks within the plant operations production area.


• Report and take appropriate corrective actions on non-conformances and quality incidents.


• Prepare and dispatch product samples for customer evaluation.


• Support plant operations and plant trials where necessary.
  
  Have a HNC or equivalent in Chemistry and/ or 2 years' experience in a laboratory environment.


• Understand classical and instrumental analytical chemistry.


• Have a high level of safety awareness and understanding of relevant regulations.


• Have an understanding of Good Laboratory Practice( GLP) and laboratory working regulations such as UKAS.


• Have excellent problem solving skills.


• Good communication skills
  
  Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:


• Vitality Private Health


• 10% employer Pension Contributions


• Annual bonus scheme


• Life Assurance


• Wide range of personal development opportunities


• Inclusion & Wellbeing Activities (including football, badminton, walks, golf, quizzes...)