As a Production Pharmacist, you will be responsible for the design, maintenance and execution of packaging controls within the Integrated Process Team (IPT). You will also be responsible for executing compliance related tasks such as Process Checks, Line Clearance, Line Opening and the review of Packaging Tickets. You will have the opportunity to participate in the investigation of and report writing related to any deviations and customer complaints within packaging as well as accompany the Internal Auditor on walk though audits/ site audits.
Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.
Primary Activities
Qualifications/ skills
- BPharm degree / Registration with the S.A. Pharmacy Council
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- People Management skills.
- Excellent writing / documentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve
- Excellent attention to detail required.
Experience required
- 2 yrs operations experience.
- Computer literacy: MS Office, MS Excel, MS Visio, MS Powerpoint
- Ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Communication Skills, Written, Oral and Presentation;
- Decision Making
- Self driven, self motivated and pro-active.
- Must be familiar with GMP systems and how they interlink.
Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of bio-pharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.
Who we are …
Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA is known as “Merck” in the United States, Canada & Puerto Rico. We are known as “MSD” in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America & Asia Pacific. We are a global biopharmaceutical leader with a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines and animal health products.
We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With 69,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state of the art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to Inspire our employees as we learn, develop and grow in our careers. We are proud of our 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development.
What we look for …
In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization. Together we will continue Inventing For Life, Impacting Lives while Inspiring Your Career Growth.
INVENT.
IMPACT.
INSPIRE.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively for the common good. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
10%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Specified
Shift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Number of Openings:
1
Requisition ID:R23747