Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst — GMP-Driven Lab (Centurion)

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Sick leave entitlements

Learning and growth opportunities

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for its Centurion facility. You will perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure quality and safety.

Working within a GMP-focused QA department, you will document results, calibrate equipment, and assist with method validation and transfers. A 1–3 year background in pharma QC is preferred, with attention to detail and teamwork in Centurion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or related field required.
• 1–3 years' experience in pharmaceutical QC or analytical lab.
• Hands-on use of HPLC, UV-Vis and dissolution equipment; GMP awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products.
• Ensure testing complies with GMP and internal procedures; accurate documentation.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to standards.
• Investigate OOS results and deviations with root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to method validation and transfer activities in Centurion lab.

Skills

Analytical testing

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

Dissolution testing

GMP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy

Tools

HPLC instruments

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

Dissolution testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for its Centurion facility. You will perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure quality and safety.

Working within a GMP-focused QA department, you will document results, calibrate equipment, and assist with method validation and transfers. A 1–3 year background in pharma QC is preferred, with attention to detail and teamwork in Centurion.