Quality Control Officer

1. Position Overview

3+ years of QC experience

2. Key Responsibilities

A. QC Operations Management

• Supervise testing of raw materials, packing materials, bulk, and finished products.
• Ensure testing is carried out as per approved specifications, STPs, and regulatory standards.
• Review and approve analytical results, worksheets, and COAs.
• Ensure timely sample management and batch release coordination with QA.

B. Laboratory Management

• Oversee daily functioning of the chemical and instrumental labs.
• Ensure proper calibration, qualification, and maintenance of instruments (HPLC, UV, GC, dissolution testers, etc.).
• Implement Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and maintain lab safety standards.
• Ensure availability of reagents, chemicals, and reference standards.

C. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to GMP, GLP, FSSAI, WHO-GMP, and other applicable quality standards.
• Review and maintain documentation including STPs, specifications, logbooks, and records.
• Support QA in deviations, OOS/OOT investigations, and CAPA implementation.
• Maintain data integrity and secure documentation practices.

D. Audit & Regulatory Readiness

• Prepare and support QC-related activities during internal and external audits.
• Ensure closure of audit observations within agreed timelines.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation at all times.

E. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with QA, Production, Stores, and Procurement to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide analytical support for process improvements, validations, and troubleshooting.

3. Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of analytical instruments (HPLC, UV, GC, etc.).
• Good understanding of GMP, GLP, and data integrity principles.
• Ability to manage QC documentation and compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience handling OOS/OOT and deviations.
• Familiarity with nutraceutical/softgel analytical requirements preferred.

4. Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.

• Minimum 3 years of QC experience

  , preferably in nutraceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with analytical methods and lab instruments.
• Experience facing audits or inspections is an advantage.