Quality Analyst at HEINEKEN

About the role

As a Quality Analyst, reporting into the Laboratory Manager, you’ll play a central role in carrying out various activities within our labs to support our brilliantly brewed products. This includes carrying out microbiological, analytical, packaging appearance & flavour analyses as well as maintaining & calibrating equipment utilised in the labs. You’ll also contribute to our TPM journey by providing opportunities for process improvements and quality improvements of our products.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards in all laboratory activities.
• Adhere to LabStar/ISO systems and Group Quality standards.
• Conduct sampling and analysis of raw materials, in-process beer and finished products, including microbiological, chemical, sensory and packaging assessments using appropriate laboratory equipment and techniques.
• Manage sample receipt, processing and dispatch in line with laboratory procedures, including coordination with external laboratories and suppliers.
• Operate and maintain yeast culturing processes.
• Maintain, calibrate and verify laboratory equipment (on-line and off-line) across site and satellite laboratories to ensure compliance with LabStar/ISO standards.
• Use LIMS for accurate data management, reporting and trend analysis; provide training and advanced system support where required.
• Interpret results, present findings at site reviews and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide technical expertise in microbiological and analytical matters, supporting production teams and continuous improvement initiatives, including TPM and 5S activities.
• Support investigations relating to product or packaging queries and conduct audits in line with Group and site audit plans.
• Deputise for the Sensory Analyst when required.

About the team

• Helping millions of consumers enjoy our beers and ciders is a real team effort. As a Supply Chain colleague, you’ll be part of the biggest function in HEINEKEN UK!
• From barley to bar, our Supply Chain produces high-quality beers and ciders, prioritising safety, sustainability and innovation to keep our operations running smoothly.
• You’ll be based in the Quality team, whose job is to ensure every single drop of our ciders and beers is packed with the consistent, tongue-tantalising taste that we all know and enjoy. The team is also at the centre of ensuring compliance throughout our cider & beer-making process as well as championing our safety principles.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking enthusiastic and robust individuals who can constantly prioritise and re-prioritise tasks, keeping colleagues updated on their actions in a way which instils confidence and trust.

As well as the above, the ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or similar science qualifications. Brewing Diploma is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working in Laboratories with a consolidated understanding of good laboratory practices (GLP). Ideally worked in accordance with ISO 17205/ ISO9000 standards.
• Strong knowledge of brewing & packaging processes is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you want to grow and develop your skills, gain hands-on experience with a wide range of technologies and sharpen your problem-solving abilities, we want to hear from you.