Production Pharmacist
What We Do
At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, were the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, TYLENOL, LISTERINE, JOHNSONS and BAND-AID that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.
Who We Are
Our global team is ~ 22, 000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our futureand yours. For more information, click here.
Role Reports To
Manufacturing Lead Excellence
Location:
Europe/Middle East/Africa, South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg
Work Location:
Fully Onsite
Day-to-Day Support
What you will do
- Ensure that procedures and processes within area of responsibility are performed in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Drive and support close out of all relevant compliance related audit findings.
- Responsible for performing line-openings and in process checks according to legislative and company requirements.
- Update GMP documents (SOP, WI, PPI and PI etc), as required and train accordingly.
- Ensure effective communication to all relevant parties.
- Ensure all production documentation and processes are completed as per cGMP guidelines.
- Understand process flow
- Understand process controls as well as risks
- Understand technically the product and its composition
- Understand process/product cost structure
- Support training to operators
- GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of the Plan and all related tasks.
- Ensures compliance with work instructions according to the relevant SOP's
- Initiate, investigate and close out relevant GMP and SOP compliance related NC, CAPA, Change Controls,
- Support process transfers (in or out)
- Perform in-process audits both planned and ad hoc accordingly to ensure that GMP standards are met and maintained.
- Support regulatory with technical documents
- Drive, contribute and support continuous improvement initiatives of GMP compliance and standards
- within the department accordingly and together with the management team.
- Analyze the process on a routine basis to identify risks or inefficiencies.
- Lead the execution of
- Plan the implementation of improvement projects
- Perform internal assessments in production areas and develop corrective actions to strengthen
- Registered with SAPC as a qualified Pharmacist.
- 2-3 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
- Supervisory experience/qualification will be an added advantage
- Good knowledge and understanding of the SA cGMP Guide
- Good planning and administrative competencies
- Good verbal and written communication
- Logical approach to problem solving and trouble shooting
- High work standards and business ethics
- Must be available to work shifts if required
