Quality Control Officer at Shalina Healthcare

Shalina Healthcare is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in sub-Saharan Africa. For the last 35 years, we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products across various therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, and nutrition. We have a track record few can match and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Control Officer

Location: Ogun
Job Type: Full time

Job Purpose

• To ensure that all raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products are tested according to approved specifications and meet quality standards, ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical, chemical, and instrumental analysis of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Ensure sampling, testing, and release are conducted in accordance with SOPs and cGMP requirements.
• Prepare and review test reports, COAs, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Calibrate and operate laboratory instruments such as HPLC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, FTIR, pH meter, etc.
• Participate in method validation, method transfer, and stability studies.
• Conduct environmental and water testing as required.
• Report and investigate OOS (Out of Specification) and OOT (Out of Trend) results.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and ensure safety practices are followed.
• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. or HND in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related sciences.
• 2–5 years of relevant QC experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of cGMP, GLP, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., NAFDAC, WHO, FDA).
• Experience with analytical instruments like HPLC, UV, FTIR, etc.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Time management and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.diagnostics@shalina.com using the job title as the subject of the email.