Quality Assurance Officer / Biochemist

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Product Development Specialist for animal health in Pretoria. The successful candidate will develop innovative products, ensure GMP compliance, and communicate effectively with clients and team members. Candidates should possess a degree in Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 1–2 years of related experience preferred. This role offers an opportunity to impact formulations used in veterinary and health sectors.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical, veterinary, or laboratory environment.
• Experience with product development in formulations such as liquids, gels, and creams.
• Understanding of chemical reactions and stability in various ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products for animal health and nutrition.
• Support daily QA activities and ensure GMP compliance.
• Communicate professionally with clients and train production staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or diploma in Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

Reference: 10805 CM

Consultant: Christa Mostert

Job Description

• Formulation & Product Development
  • Develop new and innovative products for animal health and nutrition.
  • Formulate, optimize, stabilise, and improve liquid, gel, paste, oil, cream, syrup-based products, powders, and dry blends—particularly in complex and challenging formulations.
  • Conduct experimental trials and oversee approval processes for production.
  • Draft detailed manufacturing protocols and production processes for newly developed products.
  • Research chemical reactions and compatibilities in pesticide actives, botanicals, herbals, essential oils, solvents, biologicals, and nutraceutical components.
  • Source, evaluate, and arrange procurement of raw materials for trials and development.
  • Maintain strong relationships with mainstream pharma and food-ingredient suppliers.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Support daily QA activities and ensure strict GMP compliance according to South African regulations.
  • Assist with documentation control, batch record review, and quality metrics tracking.
  • Oversee and participate in daily operations within the compounding facility.
  • Conduct product testing, validation work, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure production teams follow correct processes; engage with staff when corrective action or training is required.
• Client & Internal Communication
  • Communicate professionally and confidently with clients, management, and team members.
  • Participate in client discussions, and lead meetings when required.
  • Train production staff on new processes and updates originating from R&D findings.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical, veterinary, compounding, laboratory, or formulation environment (advantageous).
• Proven experience with product development and formulation—especially liquids, gels, pastes, oils, syrups, creams, powders, and dry blends.
• Understanding of chemical reactions and stability in pesticide actives, essential oils, botanicals, and biological ingredients.
• Knowledge of Act 36 of 1947 and/or Act 101 of 1965 (advantageous).
• Strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for solving formulation problems.
• Ability to source raw materials and manage supplier relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to confidently engage clients and staff.
• Fully literate, physically fit, and able to work independently in a lab-based environment.
• Own reliable transport.

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.