Quality Control Officer
Norwest Recruitment ·norwestrecruitment.com.au
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- Career Development Opportunities
- Established pharmaceutical manufacturer with national retail supply
About The Company:
We are partnering with a growing GMP pharmaceutical manufacturer producing vitamins, fish oils and complementary medicines supplied to major national retailers. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA/QC professional seeking long-term stability within a regulated medication manufacturing environment.
About The Role:
As a QA/QC Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring all raw materials, in-process goods and finished products meet GMP pharmaceutical standards. This is a hands-on role requiring strong laboratory, production floor and documentation experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Quality Testing & Analysis
- Perform physical and chemical tests on raw materials, in-process bulk, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Conduct microbiological sampling in collaboration with external microbiology labs.
- Carry out stability testing as required to evaluate product performance over time, including sample storage and periodic testing (appearance, pH, and other critical parameters).
- Execute equipment calibration and verification as required (pH meters, viscometers, balances) according to established procedures.
- Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and organised work space, including proper storage of chemicals and consumables.
- Collaborate with production teams to conduct in-process checks, including sampling and testing bulk product as required.
- Monitor filling operations for fill weight/volume accuracy, correct packaging, and proper labelling.
- Investigate and resolve quality deviations or non-conformances on the production floor, escalating issues when necessary.
- Sample raw materials upon receipt, verifying compliance with established specifications before release to production.
- Work with procurement to manage supplier quality by reviewing Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and communicating any discrepancies or quality concerns.
- Maintain accurate records of all QC activities, including test results, deviations, corrective actions, and other quality documentation.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 22716 regulations.
- Prepare and review SOPs, batch records, and CoAs to support regulatory compliance.
- Participate in internal and external audits, providing data and documentation as required.
- Follow and enforce workplace health and safety guidelines, including proper handling and disposal of chemicals.
- Report potential safety hazards or quality concerns promptly and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.
- Manage internal and external audits, ensuring all processes are audit-ready.
- Support regulatory, customer, and certification audit teams by providing documentation and clarifications.
About You
- Proven experience in GMP pharmaceutical, medication or complementary medicine manufacturing
- Strong all-round QA/QC experience
- Experience with physical, chemical and microbiological testing
- Degree in Science, Food Science or related discipline
- Experience working in regulated manufacturing (essential)
- Exposure to edible oils or vitamin manufacturing highly regarded
- Strong documentation and audit capability
- Mandarin and English language skills highly desirable
- Hands-on, detail-focused and proactive approach
What's on Offer:
- Salary of up to $100,000 + Super
- Long Term Growth and development opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
If you believe you have the right skills and experience for this role or know of someone who does, please do not hesitate to contact Ash on 0488 810 320 or ash@norwestrecruitment.com.au
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Where is the Quality Control Officer job located?
The Quality Control Officer role with Norwest Recruitment is based in Smithfield, NSW, AU.
What does the Quality Control Officer role pay?
Norwest Recruitment lists the Quality Control Officer role at AUD 90,000–100,000 per year.
Is the Quality Control Officer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Norwest Recruitment.
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