Senior QC Lead — Chemistry & Materials Management

Biovac; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vaccine manufacturer in Cape Town is seeking a QC Lead: Chemistry & Material Handling. The role requires a degree in Chemistry and significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry. You will manage laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous quality improvements. Strong leadership skills are essential as you'll oversee teams and projects, liaising with suppliers and conducting quality audits. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in vaccine production.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in vaccine/pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing.
• 3+ years at management level in a cGMP environment.
• Experience in quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement plans to improve quality on site.
• Manage all materials and chemistry testing activities.
• Maintain laboratory operations at cGMP standards.
• Assist with writing and updating SOPs and specifications.
• Lead quality audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong leadership and team management abilities

Proficient in method and data review

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Education

Degree or diploma in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Biochemistry

Tools

LIMS

Chromatography data systems

Job description

A leading vaccine manufacturer in Cape Town is seeking a QC Lead: Chemistry & Material Handling. The role requires a degree in Chemistry and significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry. You will manage laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous quality improvements. Strong leadership skills are essential as you'll oversee teams and projects, liaising with suppliers and conducting quality audits. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in vaccine production.