Summary
Incumbent is expected to ensure that all products of the organization meet standards and comply with relevant regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities
Establish quality procedures, standards, and specifications for a company
Collaborate with an organization’s purchasing manager to ensure raw materials from external suppliers meet quality requirements
Set and enforce standards for health and safety during work operations
Carry out research to identify ways to reduce waste and maximize resources
Ensure manufacturing processes are in compliance with both national and international standards of production
Conduct surveys to identify customer requirements and ensure they are being met by established quality standards
Proffer recommendations to company management on ways to improve on existing quality processes
Collect, compile, and analyze relevant quality statistical data to obtain information regarding quality performance
Supervise technicians, inspectors, and other company staff to ensure they perform their duties in line with established quality procedures
Monitor product development processes to identify deviations from quality policies
Conduct tests to verify the quality of raw materials and finished products
Review existing process and product specifications to identify the need for improvement or upgrade
Approve compliant products and reject defective ones
Prepare and present reports to update upper management on quality activities
Maintain proper records of the quality test, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications and Experience
First Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Technology or Equivalent.
A postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
At least 5 years of post-graduate experience in Quality Control and 2 years as a manager or supervisor or team leader in a pharmaceutical organization.
Great analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.