Junior Team Member – Quality Control (QC)
Posting Date: 6 Aug 2024
Country: India
State: Goa
Location: Goa
Req ID: 85170
Division: Quality
Department: Quality Control
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Purpose
The Junior Team Member in the Quality Control (QC) department will be responsible for preparing, updating, and reviewing specifications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and operating documents. The goal is to ensure that materials align with predefined quality parameters and comply with relevant standards such as pharmacopeia and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) requirements. This role is crucial in maintaining the quality of materials and ensuring regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.
Key Responsibilities
As a Junior Team Member in QC, your responsibilities will include:
1. Document Preparation and Maintenance
- Prepare documents such as SOPs, specifications, and non-routine documentation.
- Ensure timely availability of documents across the site to support the analysis of materials.
- Maintain records to facilitate easy access during audits or analysis.
2. Pharmacopeial Updates and Compliance
- Review the latest pharmacopeial updates, supplements, and amendments.
- Evaluate and update existing documents to ensure they comply with the most current pharmacopeial standards.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies to gain consent for necessary document changes.
3. Quality Compliance
- Review assigned documents by referring to concerned backups and predefined quality procedures.
- Ensure that all documents meet quality requirements in terms of accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
4. Document Issuance
- Issue documents to applicable units and maintain records in the issuance record (bound book).
- Ensure that the current version of the common documents is available at the unit to avoid confusion or delays.
5. Process Simplification
- Participate in the harmonization and simplification of processes to reduce complexities.
- Ensure standardized procedures are followed, promoting efficiency across the organization.
Education Qualification
To qualify for this role, the candidate must have:
- M.Sc. in a relevant field or
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharma)
Work Experience
Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience in the QC department of a pharmaceutical organization.
Required Competencies and Skills
The ideal candidate should possess the following competencies and skills:
| Competency | Description |
|---|---|
| Collaborate to Succeed | Work well within a team and across departments to achieve common goals. |
| Innovate to Excel | Bring creativity and innovation to improve processes. |
| Perform with Accountability | Take responsibility for actions and ensure timely completion of tasks. |
| Lead with Empathy | Exhibit empathy while managing teams and fostering a positive work environment. |
| Act with Agility | Adapt quickly to changes in the work environment. |
| Strong Domain Knowledge | Possess solid knowledge of QC practices, pharmacopeia, and compliance standards. |
| People Management | Ability to manage and lead a team effectively. |
Job Location
The position is based in Goa, India. The location offers a vibrant work environment along with a peaceful setting.
Shift Hours
The work hours for this role may vary depending on operational requirements. Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet production schedules and regulatory deadlines.
Additional Information
- The pharmaceutical industry places a strong emphasis on quality control and regulatory compliance. As a Junior Team Member in QC, you will be at the forefront of ensuring that materials and products adhere to the highest quality standards.
- This role is particularly suitable for individuals looking to build their career in Quality Control within the pharmaceutical sector. Your work will have a direct impact on product safety and regulatory compliance, which are critical to the success of the organization.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you have the required qualifications and experience, and are passionate about maintaining the highest quality standards, apply now and be part of our growing team in Goa!
For more information about this role or the pharmaceutical industry, you can visit the Pharmaceutical Industry page on Wikipedia.
