Quality Control Technician

About the Company

Our client is an Australian-owned company specializing in veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturing. They are committed to high-quality animal health products and operate within a GMP-regulated environment. Their focus is on innovation, quality assurance, and delivering reliable healthcare solutions locally and internationally.

Role Overview

The Quality Control Technician is tasked with verifying that raw materials and packaging components comply with company quality standards before they proceed to production. Responsibilities include laboratory testing, assessment of supplier documentation, maintaining records and specifications, and assisting with supplier qualification and material disposition processes to uphold GMP and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling, visual inspections, and identification testing on incoming raw materials.
• Evaluate supplier Certificates of Analysis against internal criteria to ensure compliance.
• Authorize release of raw and packaging materials for production per approved protocols.
• Make purity and potency adjustments within the FormWeigh Dispensing Formulation System as needed.
• Record material release data into SAP, LIMS, FormWeigh, and related quality systems.
• Print and affix approved labels to released raw materials and packaging supplies.
• Oversee the raw material retention program including inventory management, storage, documentation, and disposal of retained samples.
• Support supplier qualification by reviewing raw material paperwork and validating packaging artwork such as labels, cartons, leaflets, and pre-printed tubes.
• Ensure all raw materials have current and accessible Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Maintain and update raw material and packaging specifications in compliance with regulatory, pharmacopeial, and supplier revisions.
• Contribute to change control procedures connected to material specifications.
• Assist investigations and handling of rejected or non-conforming materials, updating system statuses and applying reject labels appropriately.
• Maintain precise documentation adhering to GMP and company standards.
• Collaborate with teams across Quality Assurance, Production, Warehouse, and Procurement to meet quality and supply objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Experience in human or animal health sector.
• Laboratory experience, ideally within Quality Control operations.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and quality management systems.
• High attention to detail and dedication to accurate record-keeping.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with laboratory and quality management software such as SAP, LIMS, FormWeigh, or comparable systems.
• Experience analyzing Certificates of Analysis and managing material specifications.
• Background in pharmaceutical, veterinary, or regulated manufacturing environments.

Compensation

A competitive salary package with a bonus structure is offered. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the hiring manager directly.