Quality Assurance Pharmacist

The Recruiters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly skilled Quality Assurance Pharmacist in Johannesburg. The role involves managing the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates must hold a Pharm degree, be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council, and have at least 5 years of QA experience. Strong communication skills and a detailed-oriented approach are essential for the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years Quality Assurance experience.
• Strong background in SOP and QA documentation control.
• Thorough understanding of the South African regulatory environment.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Knowledge of cGxP regulations.
• Bilingual: English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Review, revise, and authorize all departmental SOPs.
• Manage QA functions including document control and Quality Manual.
• Implement and maintain the Validation Master Plan.
• Oversee internal and external audits.
• Manage non-conformances and deviations.
• Conduct process and method validations.

Skills

SOP documentation control

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Organizational skills

Education

Pharm degree

Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Pharmacist to join our team in Midrand, Gauteng.

The successful candidate will oversee all key elements of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with GxP regulations and driving a culture of continuous improvement in quality standards across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, revise, and authorize all departmental SOPs.
• Manage QA functions including document control, Site Master File, Quality Manual, and Quality Policy.
• Implement and maintain the Validation Master Plan and approve/manage supplier lists.
• Oversee internal and external audits and ensure deviations are followed up.
• Manage non-conformances, deviations, OOS, ADRs, RCA, CAPA, and Change Controls.
• Conduct process and method validations, Product Quality Reviews, and Quality Management Reviews.
• Ensure effective pest control programs and technical quality agreements with third-party contractors.
• Implement Stability and Quality Risk Management plans, complaints & recalls.
• Ensure all product quality complaints are properly identified, investigated, and resolved.
• Maintain full batch traceability for all distributed medicines and ensure invoices include batch numbers.
• Handle returned and rejected goods, record and resolve in line with procedures; authorize re-analysis, re-packing, or destruction of returned/rejected goods.
• Conduct inspection audits to ensure compliance with GMP and manufacturing procedures.
• Confirm product quality meets specifications and is maintained during storage and transport.
• Oversee proper destruction or disposal of medicines to prevent health hazards.
• Ensure pest control, temperature control, and maintenance logs are in place and monitored.
• Perform internal audits and ensure deviations are addressed.
• Audit all external service providers per the relevant procedures.
• Oversee quarantine, sampling, and product release processes.
• Approve release of final packaged products for distribution.
• Ensure ongoing GMP training for all employees.
• Monitor and ensure all departments are fully trained in GxP and approved SOPs relevant to their roles.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Pharm degree.
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council.
• Minimum of 5 years Quality Assurance experience.
• Strong background in SOP and QA documentation control.
• Thorough understanding of the South African regulatory environment.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Knowledge of cGxP regulations.
• Bilingual: English and Afrikaans.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ethical, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Customer-focused and able to work under pressure.
• Team player with strong organizational skills.

How to Apply

Please email your updated CV in Word format, along with a copy of your Qualification(s), ID, Reference letters or contactable referees, and a profile picture of yourself to the provided email address.