Quality Control Junior Analyst X2 R10 000 - R12 000 Ctc P / M

Job Summary: To perform quality control functions for a Pharmaceutical Company.

Key Performance Areas and Key Performance Indicators

Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

1. Perform analytical procedures (final product samples / in-process samples / raw materials): Validate method, Prep of standard solutions and testing reagents, Analysis
2. Recordkeeping of data
3. Reporting
4. Retention of samples
5. Turnaround time
6. Accuracy of analytical results
7. Compliance to GMP
8. Compliance to QMS
9. Compliance to testing method specification
10. Quality reporting
11. Timely reporting of deviations and Out Of Specifications
12. External audits - no major findings or incidents
13. Prepare testing specifications: Accuracy - Correctness of information
14. Prepare product specifications: Accuracy - Correctness of information
15. Verifications and calibration of laboratory instruments (HPLC / GC): Timeous (according to schedule)
16. Housekeeping (label standards, safety, waste management and disposal, work areas, glassware, consumables): Compliance
17. Sample management - sample control of all samples submitted: Compliance
18. Operational Planning – follow schedules, prioritizing, targets: Personal work and project plans met standards
19. Monitoring and Reporting - monitoring, control, corrective action: Consistently reviewed own progress, quality, and compliance, took corrective actions and gave quality feedback timeously
20. Operational Efficiency – processes, workflow integration (silo busting), systems, standards, compliance, methodologies: Established and effectively used processes, systems, professional standards, methodologies, practices
21. Resourcing and Capacity Management – people, infrastructure, systems, technology, equipment, knowledge, information; facilities, etc.: Secured and used resources efficiently and optimized cost
22. Decision Making – escalations, decisions, problem solving: Identified and resolved work obstacles and issues effectively and quickly / Analysis and recommendations based on thorough research and decisions led to better results

Desired Experience & Qualification:

1. Qualification / Education / Certification: Analytical Chemistry Diploma or Applicable B Tech or related qualification
2. Experience: At least 2 years of experience as an analyst in a Pharmaceutical laboratory or Food & Beverage industry experience

Functional Competencies:

1. Analytical problem solving
2. Effective verbal and written communication skills
3. Basic knowledge of statistical methods in analytical chemistry
4. Proficient in Excel – data manipulation and interrogation
5. Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently in a timely fashion
6. Deciding & initiating action (pro-activity) and results driven
7. Interpersonal relationships
8. Communication
9. Analysing and problem solving, including strategic thinking capability and ability to deal with complexity
10. Planning and organising
11. Adapting and responding to change
12. Coping with pressures and setbacks

Package & Remuneration: R 10 - R12 CTC p / m