Manage and coordinate all aspects of the Quality Control laboratory
Manage laboratory staff to ensure optimum output
Manage training and competence of lab staff to promote growth and improve skill level
Manage work flow and planning of all laboratory activities with the help of tools such as 5S and OPTILaB
Control product release and final decision making
Oversee trouble shooting and problem resolution including: NCs; OOS and audits
Prepare and analyse relevant data and communicate as required
Liaise with suppliers where necessary
Manage lab purchases where necessary
Owner of lab related methods; specs; SOPs and records
Involved in audits as required
Bulk xe2x80x93troubleshooting to look at possible cause of non-conformity prior to adjustment/rework or rejection. A waiver could also be requested if the proposal is justified
Components xe2x80x93 Perform re-enforced sampling & testing if necessary. Make a decision whether to reject. A decision can be made to ask for a possible marketing/technical waiver based on constraints to production and level of quality of the component
Finished Goods - Perform re-enforced sampling & testing. A decision has to be made whether to rework, reject or ask for a waiver. A decision to ask for a waiver can be made if it does not compromise the quality of the product that will be sent to the market
Manage all aspects of the equipment in the lab
Manage payroll activities
Drive continuous improvement opportunities in the lab
Involved in ad-hoc projects as directed and agreed with the Quality Manager
COMPETENCIES, REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:
Analytical person who works systematically and has good organization skills
Ability to develop and analyse trend data
Good investigative skills for troubleshooting and willing and able to think xe2x80x9cout the boxxe2x80x9d
Ability to communicate well in writing specifically in technical report writing and procedure writing
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing at various levels on technical and training issues, so that the message is clear, with an ability to influence people in quality related matters
Ability to lead a multi-disciplined team
High level of integrity and responsibility
Decision making
Attention to detail is critical
Proficient in big variety of lab testing equipment
Good understanding of quality system principles
Good understanding of manufacturing and production processes
EDUCATION AND EXEPRIENCE:
Tertiary education with scientific qualification (Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological sciences, Etc.)
Minimum of 5 years in a FMCG/ Pharma environment or related environment with exposure to Lab techniques Exposure to all aspects in a production environment is highly advantageous
Management experience Essential
Demonstrated computer skills specifically MS Excel, including basic data management and analysis and ability to design these tools where necessary
Understanding of Quality systems such as ISO9001; GMP or HACCP is required
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