Production Pharmacist

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

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What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Production Pharmacist

This position reports to the Manufacturing and Dispensary Lead and is based in Cape Town, South Africa

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.

What you will do

Support production (dispensary, manufacturing, packaging and distribution) processes to ensure that these processes are compliant, reliable and efficient. Exercise control over all scheduled narcotic raw materials (Responsible Pharmacist for Narcotic Control).

Four different pillars to achieve the above goal:

• Day-to-Day Support: The Production Pharmacist (PP) is responsible for properly supporting the production area to ensure in-compliance support where needed (e.g. line opening, line closing).
• Process Knowledge: The PP has to understand the production processes for which he/she is responsible. This scopes scientific understanding of the process, know how on production equipment within the process and identifying risks to ensure execution in compliance.
• Product Stewardship: This pillar scopes basically the ownership of the product as well as the GMP documentation in the area of responsibility. The PP will monitor the processes to ensure they are capable and in control, will lead or coordinate any changes (change controls, transfers, etc.) and will lead root cause investigation in case deviations happen. The PP is also responsible for ensure that all processes are qualified.
• Continuous Improvement: The PP should lead actions to improve the production processes and achieve leaner and more efficient practices. For this, the PP will identify improvement areas, evaluate risks and execute following Good Documentation Practices E.g. Change Control.

Key Responsibilities:

 Day-to-Day Support:

• Ensure that procedures and processes within area of responsibility are performed in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Drive and support close out of all relevant compliance related audit findings
• Responsible for performing line openings and in process checks according to legislative and company requirements.
• Update GMP documents (SOP, WI, PPI and PI etc), as required and train accordingly.
• Ensure effective communication to all relevant parties.
• Ensure all production documentation and processes are completed as per cGMP guidelines.

Process Knowledge

• Understand process flow.
• Understand process controls as well as risks.
• Understand technically the product and its composition.
• Understand process/product cost structure.
• Support training of operators

Product Stewardship

• GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of the production plan and all related tasks. Ensures compliance with work instructions according to the relevant SOP's.
• Initiate, investigate and close out relevant GMP and SOP compliance related NC, CAPA, Change Controls, Deviations and Customer Complaints.
• Support process transfers (in or out).
• Perform in-process audits – both planned and ad hoc accordingly to ensure that GMP standards are met and maintained.
• Support regulatory with technical documents.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive, contribute and support continuous improvement initiatives of GMP compliance and standards within the department accordingly and together with the management team.
• Analyze the process on a routine basis to identify risks or inefficiencies. Lead the execution of Improvement Projects in the area of responsibility.
• Plan the implementation of improvement projects.
• Perform internal assessments in production areas and develop corrective actions to strengthen cGMP.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Registered with SAPC as a qualified Pharmacist.
• 2-3 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• Supervisory experience/qualification will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge and understanding of the SA cGMP Guide
• Good planning and administrative competencies
• Good verbal and written communication
• Logical approach to problem solving and trouble shooting
• High work standards and business ethics
• Must be available to work shifts if required

Competencies

• Interpersonal skills: Active listening, provides constructive feedback, team player, communication skills.
• Drives accountability in the area of responsibility. Encourages input from the team on decisions.
• Deadline and target driven approach and behaviour.
• User knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package*      
• Learning & Development Opportunities       
• Employee Resource Groups        
• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.