Quality Assurance Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career development

Quality-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Quality Assurance Officer for our client in Port Elizabeth. You will implement and maintain quality management systems, conduct internal audits, and ensure GMP compliance across manufacturing and distribution of pharmaceutical products.

The role combines on-site inspections with remote documentation work in a hybrid setup. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in a scientific field and at least 3 years in QA within pharma, with strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related science.
• At least 3 years' QA experience in pharmaceutical or medical device.
• Strong GMP knowledge and SAHPRA-like regulatory familiarity.
• Experience with auditing, documentation review, and CAPA processes.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment (remote + on-site).

Responsibilities

• Maintain Quality Management System (QMS) per GMP and regulations.
• Conduct internal audits of processes, docs, and facilities.
• Review batch records and validation reports.
• Investigate deviations, OOS, and customer complaints; implement CAPAs.
• Support external audits by authorities and customers.
• Train personnel on QA procedures and GMP principles.

Skills

Quality Assurance

GMP Knowledge

Auditing

Documentation Review

Problem Solving

Hybrid Work

Education

Bachelor's in Pharma/Chemistry/BioTech

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and methodical Quality Assurance Officer to join their team in Port Elizabeth. This role is crucial for ensuring that all pharmaceutical products manufactured and distributed meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficacy. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust quality management systems, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the Eastern Cape. This hybrid position allows for remote work for specific documentation and analysis tasks, balanced with essential on-site inspections and quality control activities at the manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with GMP and relevant regulations.
• Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes, documentation, and facilities to ensure compliance.
• Review and approve batch records, validation reports, and other quality-related documentation.
• Investigate deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Participate in external audits by regulatory authorities and customers.
• Train relevant personnel on quality assurance procedures and GMP principles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory guidelines (e.g., SAHPRA), and quality systems.
• Experience with auditing, documentation review, and deviation management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing both remote and on-site responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A collaborative and quality-focused work culture.
• Contribution to ensuring the safety and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products.