Qa Compliance Clerk

Frank Consult; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking a detail-driven QA Compliance Clerk to support quality activities. This role involves managing change controls, conducting audits, and ensuring GMP compliance. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include facilitating cross-department collaboration and conducting training for new employees. This position offers a chance to thrive in a regulated environment where problem-solving is key.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in change control management.
• Experience conducting internal and supplier audits.
• Experience with calibration processes.
• Strong knowledge of ISO / PIC/S / GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Change Controls, ensuring proper documentation and approval.
• Track progress of change control activities.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between departments.
• Monitor and report on change status.
• Assist in calibrations and maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct audits and GMP training.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure

Self-motivated and proactive

Education

Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent

Relevant tertiary qualification or Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification

Job description

A leading manufacturing environment is seeking a detail-driven QA Compliance Clerk to support key quality activities, including change control management, equipment calibrations and GMP/QMS compliance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a regulated environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is confident working across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Change Controls, ensuring proper documentation, impact assessment and approval.
• Track progress of change control activities and ensure timely implementation and closure.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between QA, R&D, Production and supporting departments.
• Monitor and report on change status to ensure compliance.
• Assist in coordinating equipment and utility calibrations and maintenance.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits in line with GMP and ISO requirements.
• Perform GMP walkabouts to identify compliance gaps and improvement areas.
• Support investigations, corrective actions and root cause analysis.
• Conduct GMP training and onboarding for new employees.
• Support validation activities, including protocol execution, cleaning validation and reporting.

Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Assertiveness and the confidence to drive timelines and outcomes.
• Accountability, ownership and dependable work ethic.
• Critical thinking and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively across departments.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent.
• Relevant tertiary qualification or Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification.
• 3–5 years' Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in change control management.
• Experience conducting internal and supplier audits.
• Experience with calibration processes.
• Validation experience advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of ISO / PIC/S / GMP standards (e.g. ISO ****, ISO *****, SAHPRA).