Quality Assurance Auditor

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Quality Assurance Auditor to join their compliance team near Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes and quality systems to ensure cGMP compliance and readiness for regulatory inspections.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences and at least 3 years in QA/QC within pharma. You will document findings, report recommendations, and support continuous improvement with a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Pharmacy, Chemistry or Life Sciences relevant to QA in pharma.
• Minimum 3 years in QA/QC within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in conducting internal audits and cGMP understanding.
• Familiar with regulatory inspection processes and requirements.
• Strong analytical, reporting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes, quality systems and documentation.
• Identify compliance gaps and document findings with corrective actions.
• Develop audit reports summarizing findings, risks and recommendations.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely implementation.
• Assist in preparing for external regulatory inspections (SAHPRA, FDA).
• Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and QA best practices.

Skills

Audit execution

Regulatory compliance

cGMP knowledge

Documentation

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Quality Assurance Auditor to join their compliance team, supporting operations near Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is essential for ensuring that all manufacturing processes, documentation, and systems adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and other relevant quality standards. You will conduct internal audits and support external regulatory inspections to maintain the highest levels of quality and compliance. This is a key position for professionals committed to upholding rigorous quality standards in the pharmaceutical industry and ensuring patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and documentation to assess compliance with cGMP and company policies.
• Identify compliance gaps, deviations, and areas for improvement, documenting findings clearly and concisely.
• Develop audit reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely and effective implementation.
• Assist in preparing for and hosting external regulatory inspections (e.g., SAHPRA, FDA).
• Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in quality assurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in conducting internal audits and a strong understanding of cGMP principles.
• Familiarity with regulatory inspection processes and requirements.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced quality assurance training.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility for professionals in the Queenstown area.
• A culture that values quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.