Laboratory Analyst

Recruiter:

Jordan HR

Job Ref:

CT005219/CT

Date posted:

Monday, January 26, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

160000 Annually

SUMMARY:
A pharmaceutical client is looking for a Laboratory Analyst To ensure timeous sample testing and release.

POSITION INFO:
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Ensuring a smooth and efficient operation of the QC laboratory
Testing and release of samples according to test methods
Ensuring sample traceability-Interprets data-Reporting of results-

Batch Release

Complete and review batch release specifications in accordance with approved requirements.
Generate and issue the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for finished products.
Ensure that documents are properly archived and where required shared with customers or otherstakeholders.
Where required, send finished product samples to customers.

Strict adherence to Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures

Maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment
Monitoring and documenting of environmental conditions
Compliance with GLP requirements.
Operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
Data integrity

Sampling, testing, reporting, and trending of results

Water
Swabs and settle plates
Raw Material, Packaging Materials, Finished products

Performing and or assisting in Annual Product Reviews

Pest control and Halaal/ Koscher management
Performing pest control weekly and monthly inspections
Halaal/Koscher document management and participating in inspections

Ensures control to the storage of retention samples.

Controlling sample entry and exit from the stores
Monitors and recording of storage conditions
Removal and destruction of expired samples

Assists with various tasks in Receiving and material sampling and testing when required.

Reporting of all non-conformances and OOS and supporting investigations

Supports validations

Testing of samples and reporting of results.

Qualification and Experience required for this position

National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent qualification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
Knowledge of GMP standards and GLP requirements.
Minimum of 1 year experience in a GMP-regulated environment.
Ability to work independently and willingness to work overtime when required.

Required skills/qualities/values

Good communication skills (Written & Spoken)
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to multitask.
Self-motivated

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