Join a Market Leader
Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.
Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.
Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.
You will be responsible to:
Defines and implements quality control techniques in order to verify the quality of raw materials, intermediate and end products as well as any other analytical services relevant to our client base and according to regulatory requirements. Manage and control all Quality Control activities in accordance with identified quality assurance standards, company procedures, client specifications, contract requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
1. Organize daily tasks to ensure efficient execution of sample analysis according to KPIs and laboratory schedules;
2. Maintain adherence to GMP, HSE regulations, and industry standards in all analytical activities;
3. Ensure accurate recording in checklists, laboratory records, and notebooks, following GMP and internal procedures;
4. Perform routine equipment calibration and maintenance while ensuring hygienic lab conditions;
5. Report discrepancies, investigate atypical results, and support resolution of deviations and QC incidents;
6. Collaborate effectively with internal departments using relevant IT platforms for QC processes;
7. Assist in audits and ensure compliance with internal procedures under QC management guidance;
8. Seek additional information when needed, complete self-assessments, and contribute to annual performance reviews;
9. Adhere to GMP, HSE, and legal regulations while maintaining high standards in laboratory operations;
10. Undertake extra tasks as required and promote safe, efficient laboratory practices.
We are looking to recruit a Candidate:
- High School diploma (mandatory)
- Qualification in a relevant chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical-related or other science-related field (mandatory)
- Relevant work experience
- Proven practical pharmaceutical or related industry experience in a GMP regulated QC laboratory environment (mandatory)
- Experience of GMP practices and HSE standards (preferable)
- Technical understanding of GMP practices, analytical theory and techniques - Clear and open communication skills (written and verbal)
- Competent (written and verbal) English (preferable for sites where English is not the first language)
- Ability and availability to work in shift patterns, as required by business needs
- Computer literate with knowledge of the MS Office package AK382
- Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down.