Job Description

Description

recruiting for:

Production Pharmacist

This position reports into the Production Lead and is based in Cape Town, Western Cape.

Who We Are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENAxc2xae, AVEENOxc2xae, TYLENOLxc2xae, LISTERINExc2xae, JOHNSON'Sxc2xae and BAND-AIDxc2xae that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here.

What You Will Do

As production pharmacist, you wold be supporting production (dispensary, manufacturing, packaging and distribution) processes to ensure these that these processes are compliant, reliable and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-Day Support:

• Ensure that procedures and process within area of responsibility are performed in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and current Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Drive and support close out of all relevant compliance related audit findings.

• Responsible for performing line-openings and in process checks according to legislative and company requirements.

• Update GMP documents (SOP, WI, PPI and PI etc), as required and train accordingly.

• Ensure effective communication to all relevant parties.

• Ensure all production documentation and processes are completed as per cGMP guidelines.

• Interact with cross functional teams to support.

• Making sure that all employees have necessary tools for their jobs.

• Communicating with other pharmacist to ensure that operations are running smoothly across departments.

• Assigning tasks to employees based on their skills and experience levels, as well as the needs of the business.

• Coordinating with warehouse to ensure that materials are available at least one shift before they are needed.

• Developing and implementing training programs to improve employee productivity and efficiency.

• Managing inventory to ensure that there is enough of each item to meet demand.

• Reviewing shift schedules with managers to ensure that they meet business needs.

• Monitoring employee attendance and productivity to identify potential problems before they occur.

• Process investigation and optimization of production processes and ensuring that product is manufactured at the maximum and agreed quality.

• Investigate and implement improvements in packaging operations using correct tools and principles such as Kaizens and OPL

• Monitor parameters(KPI`s) of the process and changes and ensure that corrective action has been taken in the event of nonconformance.

• Identify process improvement opportunities and propose potential solutions.

• Drive cost conscious culture and implement projects that will drive reduction on cost.

• Process Knowledge:

• Understand process flow

• Understand process controls as well as risks

• Understand technically the product and its composition

• Understand process/product cost structure

• Support training to operators

• Product Stewardship:

• Ensure GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of the Plan and all related tasks. Ensures compliance with work instructions according to the relevant SOP's

• Initiate, investigate and close out relevant GMP and SOP compliance related NC, CAPA, Change Controls, Deviations and Customer Complaints.

• Support process transfers (in or out)

• Perform in process audits - both planned and ad hoc accordingly to ensure that GMP standards are met and maintained.

• Support regulatory with technical documents

• Continuous Improvement:

• Drive, contribute and support continuous improvement initiatives of GMP compliance and standards within the department accordingly and together with the management team.

• Analyze the process on a routine basis to identify risks or inefficiencies. Lead the execution of Improvement Projects in the area of responsibility

• Plan the implementation of improvement projects

• Perform internal assessments in production areas and develop corrective actions to strengthen cGMP.

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Registered with SAPC as a qualified Pharmacist.

• 2-3 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience

• Supervisory experience/qualification will be an added advantage

• Good knowledge and understanding of the SA cGMP Guide

• Good planning and administrative competencies

• Good verbal and written communication

• Logical approach to problem solving and trouble shooting

• High work standards and business ethics

• Must be available to work shifts if required

Desired Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills; Active listening, provides constructive feedback, team player, communication skills.

• Drives accountability in the area of responsibility. Encourages input from the team on decisions.

• Management skills.

• Deadline and target driven approach and behaviour.

• User knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Benefit Package

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Employee Resource Groups

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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