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Chemical Analyst Jobs in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa at Aspen Pharma Group
Title: Chemical Analyst
Company: Aspen Pharma Group
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Company Description
We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product and manufacturing capability.
Aspen is a dynamic organization built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent, but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.
The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.
OBJECTIVE OF ROLE
Perform quality control and stability testing on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, components, and water to ensure compliance with established quality standards. Reviewed and verified product compliance with GMP requirements, quality standards, and product specifications. Provided quality support services in alignment with the production plan.
Key Responsibilities
Planning and Operational Support
- Optimise and facilitate implementation of current processes
- Propose changes or improvements to processes, tools and techniques
Test Preparation
- Prepare and analyse samples according to SOPs
- Prepare and operate laboratory equipment according to SOPs
- Perform calibration checks on equipment according to calibration procedure, to ensure accurate results
- Prepare reagents and solutions for testing
- Maintain good housekeeping
Testing
- Perform HPLC/GC analysis using MOA
- Perform routine analysis on in-process and final products, raw materials and components
- Perform routine stability tests such as related substances, assay and dissolution to assess quality of product
- Perform daily and weekly water testing according to SOP
- Support testing for OOS investigations to establish any systematic issues in process or testing
- Handle problems efficiently according to quality policy
- Report feedback on services or outputs regularly to customers
- Check HPLC/GC runs regularly during the shift
- Provide internal customers with accurate HPLC/GC results
- Propose, develop and update methods for improving customer service
- Check, document and report operational output against actuals
- Communicate deviations for production and process improvements
- Utilise technology as per qualification requirements
Reporting and Record-Keeping
- Document and store data according to SOPs and regulation
- Consolidate information for reports on weekly/ monthly basis
- Analyse consolidated data and provided recommendations
- Record, interpret and report testing results to management, including OOS results
Educational Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
Knowledge & Experience Requirements
- 2+ years’ laboratory experience
Soft Skills And Competency Requirements
- Advanced understanding of pharmaceutical testing methods
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing and corrective action programs
- Experience on HPLC/GC and practical knowledge of Empower software
- Pharmaceutical standards and compliance requirements
- Ability to interpret and implement policies, processes and objective
- Interrogating Information
- Meeting Deadlines
- Following Procedures
- Maintaining Accuracy
- Customer Awareness
Computer Skills Required
The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) within the Microsoft Office bundle.
DRIVERS LICENCE
The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s licence and be able to travel as per the expectations of the role.
FEEDBACK
Please note that if you have not heard from the Human Capital department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.
INTERNAL APPLICATIONS
Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have informed their direct line managers of their application for this specific role.
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