Laboratory Trainee

Hello. We’re Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands - including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum - through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn’t a question.

With category leading brands such as Sensodyne, Voltaren and Centrum, built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we’re uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.

About the role
- To perform testing for raw materials and/or finished product and/or Stability product testing according to material specifications
- To perform instrument verifications to ensure that instrumentation performance is in line with laboratory policies and procedures

Key responsibilities
- Tests raw materials and/or finished product and/or Stability product as per documented Specifications and Analytical Methods
- Analyses a broad range of product types API, Excipient, Tablets, Capsules, Sachets and Powder formulation
- Performs analysis using wet chemical techniques and instrumental methods of analysis (HPLC, GC) as applicable
- Ensures that applicable SOPs are followed and required records are completed
- Examines and test samples critically and ensures that results are recorded as per GLP requirements
- Reviews results for accuracy and reports any anomalies or deviations to Supervisor(s) or Laboratory Lead
- Ensures that the LIR/OOS procedure are meticulously followed when necessary and ensures adherence to this procedure
- Tests compliance samples of Site systems (Purified water, gasses, steam, etc.) as per documented procedures
- Ensures that testing is completed in line with Data Integrity (ALCOA) policies and QMS policies
- Ensures that documentation is performed in the demarcated areas and that chemical analysis is performed on the workbenches
- Ensures preparation and storage of reagents as per SOPs
- Verifies the calibration status of equipment as required by the Manager
- Performs maintenance of equipment as required by the Manager
- Completes appropriate equipment logs after usage, verification and maintenance

Qualifications and skills

Required
- Completion of qualification in Chemistry (minimum) or equivalent
- Proficiency in use of wet chemical and instrumental analytical techniques
- Testing in pharmaceutical laboratories is preferred
- Simplified Laboratory Information Management System (SLIMS) experience

Preferred
- High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) experience

Other Skills/Qualifications
- Equipment troubleshooting & calibration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Accuracy and reliable
- Knowledge and understanding of GMP, QMS, Cape Town SOPs and Processes, and Regulatory requirements
- Independent thinking is required for organization and completion of responsibilities

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone.

We’re striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy