Pharma QA Specialist — Quality & Compliance Expert

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 650.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Life insurance

Provident fund

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist to join the Quality Unit in Paarl/Western Cape. You will review BMRs, support CAPAs, and participate in audits to ensure GMP compliance across the pharmaceutical lifecycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years in QA/QC within pharma. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for cross‑department collaboration.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 3 years in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong GMP knowledge and regulatory requirements (SAHPRA, ICH).
• Experience with batch record review, deviation investigations, and CAPA management.
• Familiarity with audit processes and regulatory inspections.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and cross‑department collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software.

Responsabilidades

• Review and approve BMRs and analytical results.
• Participate in deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPAs.
• Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory audits (SAHPRA, FDA).
• Develop, review, and update SOPs and quality system documents.
• Manage change control processes, assessing impact on quality and compliance.
• Perform supplier qualification and ongoing supplier monitoring activities.
• Handle product complaints and recalls, ensuring timely investigation.
• Monitor key quality metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide training on quality systems and GMP requirements to staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Conocimientos

GMP knowledge

QA/QC experience

Audit experience

Root cause analysis

CAPA management

Communication

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Herramientas

Quality Management Software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist to join the Quality Unit in Paarl/Western Cape. You will review BMRs, support CAPAs, and participate in audits to ensure GMP compliance across the pharmaceutical lifecycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years in QA/QC within pharma. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for cross‑department collaboration.