Quality Assurance Specialist - Pharmaceutical

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to strengthen the pharmaceutical quality system. The role blends hands-on quality activities with program development across GMP-compliant manufacturing and distribution, with a hybrid work model.

You will collaborate with production, R&D, and regulatory affairs to ensure products meet regulatory standards and client expectations, perform audits, manage CAPAs, and train staff on GMP principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS), CAPA, change control, and deviation management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve quality-related documents, including SOPs, validation protocols, and batch records.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with GMP and other relevant regulations.
• Investigate deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Oversee the qualification and validation of equipment, processes, and analytical methods.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and product quality, identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide training to personnel on quality systems and GMP principles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to bolster their team in Pretoria . This hybrid role focuses on ensuring that all pharmaceutical products manufactured and distributed meet stringent quality standards and regulatory compliance. You will be involved in developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems and procedures. This position requires a proactive approach to quality management, working collaboratively with production, R&D, and regulatory affairs departments to uphold the integrity and safety of our client's pharmaceutical offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve quality-related documents, including SOPs, validation protocols, and batch records.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with GMP and other relevant regulations.
• Investigate deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Oversee the qualification and validation of equipment, processes, and analytical methods.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and product quality, identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide training to personnel on quality systems and GMP principles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS), CAPA, change control, and deviation management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and quality-focused work environment.