Job Description

Support the delivery of operational excellence, working in partnership with the business areas to implement improvement opportunities and effective use of the Quality Management Systems.

General

Able to plan effectively to meet set timelines. Identify root-causes of a problem, prioritize and identify solutions. Escalate to management when product quality or patient safety is at risk. Contribute to continuous improvement by formulating reports, trending and data analysis. Support other members from the Quality team. Maintain excellent working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

Quality Assurance

Effectively manage the operational tasks within the Quality Management System (QMS) including but not limited to:

Change Controls Non-conformances/ Deviations Complaints CAPAs Risk Management Effectiveness Temperature mapping/ Validation Vehicle mapping/ Validation

Operations

Create, review and approve relevant standard operating procedures, work instructions and forms. Support as required in internal, external and Regulatory audit programs. This includes report writing and managing of audit observations/ responses. Ensure that appropriate standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and ISO 13485:2016 are maintained. Maintain Clinigen paper and electronic records for quality documentation. To communicate relevant aspects of the quality system to employees, as necessary, in order to support product and service quality. Support other members from the Quality team.

Requirements

Education

Matric (Grade 12) BSc degree will be advantageous QA Qualification Minimum of 3 years' experience within quality assurance role within pharmaceutical environment strongly preferred.

Essential

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.). Valid driver's license with own vehicle. Knowledge and understanding of Quality Systems for Pharma, Warehouse and Distribution and Medical Devices according to cGMP, ISO 13485:2016 and cGDP. Knowledge of Guidelines on GMP, GDP and ISO 13485:2016 of medicinal products and medical devices for human use. Understanding the conditions of the SAHPRA licenses.

Skills/ Physical Competencies and Behavioral Qualities required

High attention to detail Good interpersonal skills Disciplined Assertive Ability to work under pressure Able to use initiative Forward thinking and proactive Sound time management skills

Benefits

Company Contribution towards Medical Aid AlexForbes Pension Fund GroupLife * Performance Bonus