Pharma QA & Compliance Specialist

EdUpStairs; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for pharmaceutical manufacturing in Durban. The role requires ensuring all products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements, including SAHPRA, with responsibilities spanning batch record reviews, deviation investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and validation activities.

You will support continuous improvement and ensure regulatory adherence in a fast-paced production environment, contributing to product safety and

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented QA professional with focus on pharmaceutical quality systems.
• Strong understanding of batch records review, deviation investigations, and CAPAs.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve batch manufacturing records to ensure procedures and specifications are followed.
• Investigate deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints; implement CAPAs.
• Manage and execute change control processes for manufacturing processes, equipment, and materials.
• Participate in internal and external audits; ensure readiness for regulatory inspections (SAHPRA).
• Develop and maintain quality system documentation, including SOPs and training materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering

Job description

EdUpStairs is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for pharmaceutical manufacturing in Durban. The role requires ensuring all products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements, including SAHPRA, with responsibilities spanning batch record reviews, deviation investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and validation activities.

You will support continuous improvement and ensure regulatory adherence in a fast-paced production environment, contributing to product safety and