QA Officer

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Indore District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited is seeking a detail-oriented QA/IPQA professional to oversee quality activities across manufacturing and packing areas in Indore, India. You will monitor in-process activities, ensure GMP compliance, investigate deviations and complaints, and coordinate with QMS and QC teams to maintain robust quality systems. Education requirements include B.Sc./M.Sc.

in Chemistry, Biotechnology or Microbiology. Freshers with relevant background may also be considered.

Qualifications

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Experience in QA/IPQA, manufacturing, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, or a similar regulated industry will be preferred.
• Freshers with relevant educational background may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor packing activities carried out in ancillary areas and ensure compliance with defined quality procedures.
• Carry out and maintain online documentation and quality records.
• Verify incoming AIM and APM materials against purchase orders and relevant specifications.
• Ensure proper cleaning and line clearance of areas before commencement of new product activities.
• Monitor ongoing processes and identify opportunities for process improvement and simplification.
• Verify proper labelling and identification of materials, products, and related documentation.
• Identify and suggest preventive measures to minimize customer complaints and quality issues.
• Handle and investigate internal and external complaints in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Investigate deviations and support identification of root causes and appropriate corrective/preventive actions.
• Evaluate the requirement for change controls related to processes, facilities, equipment, documents, and other quality-related areas.
• Participate in internal audits and support audit-related activities as per the defined schedule.
• Monitor environmental conditions in relevant manufacturing and packing areas.
• Monitor IPQA activities and ensure adherence to established quality procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with QMS and QC teams to ensure smooth and effective functioning of quality operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable SOPs, GMP requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Deviation investigations

Root Cause Analysis

Analytical skills

Cross-functional coordination

Effective Communication

Ethical Transparency

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

M.Sc. in Biotechnology

M.Sc. in Microbiology

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented QA/IPQA professional to oversee quality activities across the manufacturing and packing areas. The role will be responsible for monitoring in-process activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards and documentation requirements, investigating deviations and complaints, and coordinating with QC and QMS teams to maintain effective quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor packing activities carried out in ancillary areas and ensure compliance with defined quality procedures.
• Carry out and maintain online documentation and quality records.
• Verify incoming AIM and APM materials against purchase orders and relevant specifications.
• Ensure proper cleaning and line clearance of areas before commencement of new product activities.
• Monitor ongoing processes and identify opportunities for process improvement and simplification.
• Verify proper labelling and identification of materials, products, and related documentation.
• Identify and suggest preventive measures to minimize customer complaints and quality issues.
• Handle and investigate internal and external complaints in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Investigate deviations and support identification of root causes and appropriate corrective/preventive actions.
• Evaluate the requirement for change controls related to processes, facilities, equipment, documents, and other quality-related areas.
• Participate in internal audits and support audit-related activities as per the defined schedule.
• Monitor environmental conditions in relevant manufacturing and packing areas.
• Monitor IPQA activities and ensure adherence to established quality procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with QMS and QC teams to ensure smooth and effective functioning of quality operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable SOPs, GMP requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.

Education & Experience:

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Experience in QA/IPQA, manufacturing, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, or a similar regulated industry will be preferred.
• Freshers with relevant educational background and good understanding of quality concepts may also be considered.

Key Skills:

• Knowledge of GMP and quality systems
• Documentation and reporting
• Deviation and complaint investigation
• Root Cause Analysis & CAPA
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional coordination

Required Skills

• Effective Communication
• Ethical Transparency