Manpower are recruiting for a Quality Control Technician for a client in Ashford.Under regular supervision evaluate, inspect and analyse raw materials, intermediates and finished goods by performing basic sensory and/or physical and/or analytical tests to secure compliance with product safety regulations, specifications and standards.Core ResponsibilitiesIn addition to those associated to QC Technician; Perform a variety of quality control related sensory assessments including organoleptic (e.g. odour and taste) and visual determinations (e.g. colour and appearance).Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. chemical tests to determine pH, acid values) using wet chemical methods such as titration, saponification etc.Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. specific gravity, refractive index, melting point, flashpoint) to determine the physical characteristics of the sample Perform a variety of quality control related measurements (e.g. chromatography, GC-MS, infra-red, ICP) to determine the composition of samples tested. Enter results into laboratory books / systems such as SAP.Document non-conformance. Extract, analyse, summarise and collect data for material related investigations. Academic BackgroundHigh School Diploma within a technical field such as Chemistry, Biology, etc. with experience in chemistry or laboratory techniques and general equivalency development (GED) is required. Professional ExperienceOverall work experience ..... full job details .....