Our client is a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer supplying high-quality healthcare products across a range of categories to both Australian and international markets. Operating within a highly regulated GMP environment, the business is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
With a strong reputation for innovation and continuous improvement, they pride themselves on fostering a collaborative culture where quality and operational excellence are at the forefront. Due to increased demand, they are seeking an experienced Quality Control Chemist to join the team on a temporary contract with an immediate start available.
About the Role
As the Quality Control Chemist, you will play an integral role in supporting the site's Quality Management System and ensuring products consistently meet GMP and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for maintaining laboratory quality standards, completing analytical testing, and supporting compliance activities across the business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Performing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
- Supporting the ongoing implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System
- Ensuring laboratory documentation and quality records are completed accurately
- Assisting with quality investigations and resolving non-conformances
- Monitoring laboratory inventory and verifying incoming materials
- Supporting internal, customer, and regulatory audits, including follow-up actions
- Conducting product quality checks in line with GMP requirements
- Managing laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance programs
- Supporting routine maintenance and calibration activities to ensure ongoing laboratory compliance
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in Science, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related discipline
- 5+ years' experience within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding and practical application of GMP requirements
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, IR, wet chemistry, polarimetry, and Raman spectroscopy
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and TGA requirements
- Experience with analytical method development and validation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
If you're a passionate quality professional looking for an immediate start opportunity, please apply below or contact Jack Tillig (jtillig@sharpandcarter.com.au).
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