QA Assistant

Recruiter:

iStaff Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000293/CB

Date posted:

Friday, May 30, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
We are currently hiring an experienced Quality Assurance Assistant in the Midrand area. Quality or Chemistry qualification and previous lab experience needed.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

Grade 12
Quality or Analytic Chemistry Diploma or Degree
Total Quality Management or QMS qualification preferred
Experience of QMS via ISO or PICS guidelines
More than 4 years of experience in quality assurance in a lab setting (required)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with all QA functions

DATA MANAGEMENT:

Generate or input results sheets following analysis, particularly for data not automatically captured by LIMS.
Support lab staff and the Operations Manager with the registration of stability samples.
Ensure accurate sample identification and labeling for all samples undergoing analysis.
Maintain a dedicated log for all sample receipts and disbursements.
Oversee the allocation of tests to samples based on client requests, including the process of checking samples into the laboratory system or logbook.

QMS:

Support waste management efforts in accordance with standard operating procedures and in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
Coordinate the calibration of various laboratory instruments alongside the Operations Manager.
Ensure the Approved Suppliers List is current and accurate.
Maintain thorough records of all Technical Quality Agreements and Supplier Agreements.
Monitor and chart laboratory temperature logs to ensure environmental control.
Provide monthly updates on the status of CAPAs, Out-of-Specification results, deviations, incidents, and client complaints.
Keep internal and external training matrices updated, including filing relevant assessments and certificates.

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Process and distribute all client results, scanning and forwarding them to clients, then sharing them with the front desk for invoicing once approved and released.
Oversee and maintain registers for Certificates of Analysis and MSDS.
Ensure comprehensive filing of all documentation, including master documents and transactional records related to testing and results.
Prepare and digitize reports for cloud storage, while also maintaining hard copies and managing their archival.
Administer the cloud storage and digital archives, which includes, but isn't limited to, reports, protocols, lab books, and crucial documents like site master files.
Maintain rigorous control over both digital and hard copies of Standard Operating Procedures.
Manage version control for all analytical methods provided by clients.

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