Hybrid Senior Pharma Manufacturing Operations Leader

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance bonuses and overtime pay

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid annual leave and sick leave

Professional development and courses

Life insurance and disability benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operations Specialist in Upington, Northern Cape. The role oversees daily manufacturing activities, ensures GMP compliance, and drives continuous improvement across QA, QC, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams in a hybrid setup.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (sterile and solid dosage forms) and proven leadership skills to mentor teams and improve performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Strong GMP knowledge and understanding of sterile and solid dosage processes.
• Proven ability in process monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance on-site operations with remote planning in a hybrid setup.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities are conducted in strict accordance with GMP and SOPs.
• Monitor production performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.
• Lead and mentor manufacturing teams, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Participate in process validation activities and support technology transfer initiatives.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Engineering, and Supply Chain departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintain detailed production records and documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure a safe working environment by promoting and enforcing safety regulations.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Engineering

Tools

MES

ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operations Specialist in Upington, Northern Cape. The role oversees daily manufacturing activities, ensures GMP compliance, and drives continuous improvement across QA, QC, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams in a hybrid setup.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (sterile and solid dosage forms) and proven leadership skills to mentor teams and improve performance.