Senior Pharmaceutical QA Specialist – Quality & Compliance Leader

Placements24

Klerksdorp

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Fund
Annual Leave
Training & Certifications
Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist in Klerksdorp to strengthen the Quality Unit. The role focuses on maintaining QMS compliance, auditing processes, and supporting regulatory inspections.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in QA/QC, strong cGMP/ICH knowledge, and experience with document control, CAPAs, and ERP systems. Sterile manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or life sciences and at least 5 years in Pharmaceutical QA/QC.
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP and ICH guidelines and experience with audits and CAPAs.
  • Experience with document control, change management, and batch record review.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with effective communication.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the QMS in line with cGMP and ICH guidelines.
  • Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes, labs, and related quality functions.
  • Review and approve SOPs, batch records, validation protocols, and change controls.
  • Manage deviations, OOS investigations, and implement CAPAs.
  • Support regulatory inspections and vendor qualification activities.

Skills

Quality Assurance
Internal Audits
CAPA
Document Control
Change Management
Batch Records Review
ERP Systems
Quality Management Software
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related life science

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist in Klerksdorp to strengthen the Quality Unit. The role focuses on maintaining QMS compliance, auditing processes, and supporting regulatory inspections.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in QA/QC, strong cGMP/ICH knowledge, and experience with document control, CAPAs, and ERP systems. Sterile manufacturing experience is a plus.

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