Senior QA Specialist - Pharmaceuticals: Quality & Compliance

Placements24

Durban

On-site

ZAR 650,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Secure working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to uphold the highest standards within pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Durban. You will ensure products meet stringent quality benchmarks and regulatory requirements across the production lifecycle, collaborating with production, regulatory affairs, and R&D to refine quality systems.

You will drive continuous improvement in QA practices, support regulatory inspections, and lead training on quality standards to

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or related scientific field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical industry.
Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory guidelines (e.g., SAHPRA).
Experience with QMS, CAPA systems, and audit procedures.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS).
Conduct internal audits and inspections to ensure GMP compliance.
Investigate deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints; implement CAPAs.
Review and approve batch records, validation protocols and quality documents.
Participate in regulatory inspections and audits by health authorities.
Train personnel on quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.