Quality Assurance Assistant (Pharmaceutical Technologist)

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management System: Assist in maintaining QMS documentation including SOPs, logs, and quality records.
• Document Control: Ensure proper document control, version tracking, and archival in line with PPB requirements.
• Compliance Monitoring: Monitor daily warehouse activities to ensure compliance with GDP and PPB guidelines.
• Quality Inspections: Perform routine quality checks on receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch processes.
• Deviation & Reporting: Support deviation reporting, investigations, and CAPA tracking.
• Environmental Control: Verify temperature and humidity records and escalate excursions immediately.
• Audit Support: Support preparation for PPB inspections and participate in internal audits.
• Inventory Management: Assist in handling returned goods, quarantined stock, expired or damaged products, and suspected falsified medicines.
• Regulatory Standards: Ensure proper labeling, segregation, and documentation according to PPB standards.
• Training Records: Track staff GDP training and maintain accurate training records.
• Supplier Management: Assist in supplier qualification and complaint handling processes.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) with a valid practicing license.
• 1–3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical distribution, wholesale, hospital pharmacy, or warehouse operations preferred.
• Fresh graduates with strong GDP knowledge may be considered.

Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of PPB regulations and Good Distribution Practices.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Good organizational and record-management abilities.
• Ability to identify compliance gaps and escalate appropriately.
• High integrity and accountability.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the CDL Human Resource recruitment portal on Zoho Recruit. You can access the application link through the official recruitment page at: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1211560