Huddersfield – Linthwaite|United Kingdom
Join our Early Careers Programme – Quality Control(QC) Student Placement opportunity … commencing Summer 2026
STADA Thornton & Ross is one of UK’s fastest-growing producers of consumer healthcare products including Covonia, Savlon, Nizoral, Cetraben and Zoflora. Our Specialty and Generic medicines also address therapeutic areas including dermatology, bone health, kidney disease and more. With more than 700 employees, we’re proud that our growth journey is supporting Britain’s wellbeing in multiple settings, including consumer healthcare, hospital, primary care, pharmacy and homecare. Our mission is Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner, and we’re always looking out for talented people to join our team and support our exciting growth plan.
STADA UK Thornton & Ross – QC Analyst
Huddersfield | U.K. | Full-time | Fixed-Term 12 Months (July 2026- July 2027)
The role of the QC Student Placement is intended to be a starting point for career progression into Quality Control. The student will assist with the day‑day activities of the Quality Control team, gaining exposure to analytical testing and a GMP environment.
The QC Placement Student will gain hands‑on experience in analytical testing, data interpretation and completion of analytical records. This role is specifically aimed at current university students who are looking for the first insight into the world of QC in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Testing samples in a timely manner to contribute towards fulfilling KPIs (Key Performance indicator).
- Use a variety of pharmacopoeia test methods, including titration, HPLC, UV, IR, gravimetric analysis etc.
- Data interpretation of results.
- Completion of analytical records as per GMP requirements.
- Assessing results for out of specifications and raising LIRs when required.
- Assisting with Phase 1 and Phase 2 investigations.
What We Are Looking For
- Studying toward a science related degree or Equivalent.
- Educated to a Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders in person, by phone, chat messaging, and email. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and creativity.
- Good IT skills with a proven ability to use Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
- A precise and accurate analytical testing technique.
- High level of integrity.
- Willingness to adapt to situations and a flexible approach to work.
How we care for you
At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees.
Which is why we give much in return:
Competitive starting salary of £26,600 and an annual bonus scheme
Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.
✨ Opportunity to engage in our Early Careers offering to build your network and develop alongside apprentices, student placements and graduates from across the organisation.
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
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