About the Role
Juhel Nigeria Limited, a pioneer pharmaceutical manufacturer in West Africa founded in 1987, is dedicated to saving lives by increasing access to quality essential medicines. Operating multiple factories with over 150 registered products, we are currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Manager to join our leadership team in ensuring uncompromising product safety and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities- Design, implement, and maintain the facility's Quality Management System in strict alignment with national regulatory standards such as NAFDAC and SON.
- Review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch manufacturing records, specifications, and validation protocols to uphold data integrity.
- Lead investigations into manufacturing deviations, out-of-specification results, and customer complaints using root cause analysis and robust CAPA implementation.
- Plan and execute internal self-inspections, qualify external raw material suppliers, and successfully lead the facility during official regulatory agency audits.
- Oversee quality approval for equipment qualification and process validation, including IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.
- Conduct final reviews of production data and authorize the safe disposition and market release of finished pharmaceutical batches.
- Manage, mentor, and optimize the performance of the Quality department staff.
- Develop and manage comprehensive GMP training matrices for all personnel across departments to foster a culture of quality awareness.
- Minimum of a BSc, B.Pharm, or HND in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Strong working knowledge of cGMP, Quality Management Systems, and relevant Nigerian regulatory frameworks.
- Proficiency in productivity tools including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) or Microsoft Office equivalents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- High level of professional integrity, proactive initiative, and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within a pioneer pharmaceutical manufacturing company.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- A collaborative, agile, and mission-driven work environment dedicated to public health.