Lead Quality Assurance Specialist

1 month ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pronel Personnel Full time

We are seeking a seasoned professional to fill the role of Lead Quality Assurance Specialist at Pronel Personnel, based in Pinetown. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced quality control expert to lead our QC laboratory team and drive operational excellence.

About the Job

This is a permanent position with competitive compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is R850,000 - R1,100,000 per annum, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the QC laboratory, ensuring compliance with cGMP, GLP, and international pharmaceutical standards. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing QC department/laboratory operations
  • Developing and implementing specifications for materials
  • SAP and LIMS system management
  • Analytical methods and QC equipment maintenance
  • Overseeing external/contract laboratories
  • Contributing to company strategy and goal setting
  • Reviewing and reporting trends
  • Maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Providing support to other company departments
  • Ensuring GMP compliance through quality system maintenance
  • Leading people management and general administration tasks

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in chemistry or a related field, preferably with a PhD in Chemistry. A minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience and 3 years of QC lab management experience in a pharmaceutical environment are required. Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, and LIMS is essential. Hands-on experience with internal and vendor audits is an advantage.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must possess:

  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • High level of analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of cGMP, GLP, and international pharmaceutical standards
  • Familiarity with SAP and LIMS systems
  • Experience with quality control and assurance principles

If you are a motivated and experienced quality control professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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