Head of Quality Assurance - Pharmaceuticals

Jakarta Permanent View Job Description
The Head of Quality Assurance leads the overall pharmaceutical Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring all products, processes, and operations comply with GMP, regulatory standards, and internal quality policies.
  • Opportunities to work in a well-established company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.

About Our Client

Our client is a notable player, with a strong presence in the industry.

Job Description

  • Oversee and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with cGMP, national and international regulatory requirements.
  • Lead QA operations including batch release, in-process quality oversight, quality control support, and documentation management.
  • Ensure effective handling of deviations, investigations, CAPA, risk assessments, and change control processes.
  • Lead internal audits and manage external regulatory inspections (e.g., BPOM, FDA, EMA) and customer audits.
  • Provide quality oversight for manufacturing, packaging, laboratory operations, and supply chain activities.
  • Approve quality-related documents including SOPs, validation protocols/reports, and product quality reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance, product robustness, and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate closely with production, engineering, regulatory affairs, and supply chain to ensure end-to-end quality alignment.
  • Train, mentor, and develop the QA team to strengthen quality culture across the organization.
  • Ensure timely and compliant batch disposition and release-to-market processes.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field.
  • Minimum 8-12 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with significant exposure to QA/QC, GMP compliance, and regulatory audits.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, GDocP, ICH guidelines, and relevant global regulatory requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience leading quality audits, investigations, CAPA, and change control systems.
  • Proven leadership capabilities with experience managing and developing QA teams.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills with high attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, especially in cross‑functional environments.
  • Ability to handle regulatory interactions and respond to inspections confidently and effectively.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunities to work in a well-established company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
Contact
Natasya Crystal
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6970797
Phone number
+62 21 2958 8822

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Jakarta
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Natasya Crystal
Consultant contact
+62 21 2958 8822
Job Reference
JN-032026-6970797

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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