Microbiology Supervisor

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Date Published : 10 Sep 2018 | Category: Operations | Expiry Date: 24 Sep 2018 | Location: Clayville, Johnnesburg | Reporting to: QC Laboratory Manager


Required Learning:

  • BSc in Microbiology or National Diploma in Microbiology / Biotechnology.
  • A minimum of 5 years’ pharmaceutical experience
  • Supervisory experience would be advantageous.
  • Knowledge of cGMP, US/NF, ICH, EU, and FDA guidelines and regulations

Key Outputs :

  • Assist with testing as necessary
  • Ensure the lab testing techniques&documentation of each Microbiologist comply with GMPs &SOPs
  • Ensure that everyone in the team is using the correct PPE&follow all safety procedures
  • Critically review&approve data&reports generated by the team
  • Maintain compliance with USP/NF,FDA,EU&OSHA regulations
  • Perform effective&timely investigations on out-of-specification/out-of-trend data &communicate to manager/affected departments.Determine root causes &suggest appropriate CAPAs.Review investigation reports
  • Ensure all necessary information is entered into appropriate databases for trending purposes
  • Be a technical resource for the site for microbial,environmental&purified water controls
  • Maintain&improve lab efficiency
  • Identify&design new systems/programs to remain current with industry compliance trends regarding microbiology
  • Assist with handling of personnel responsibilities including interviewing,attendance,performance reviews,disciplinary action,training
  • Assist in special projects/tasks as deemed necessary based on business needs&QC management’s discretion
  • Determine the necessary microbial testing for material specifications&reduced testing
  • Coordinate method suitability of the required test methods

Core Competencies:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Strong troubleshooting and investigation
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross – functional team
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem Solving and decision-making skills

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