JOB DESCRIPTION
QA / QC Executive – Cosmetic Manufacturing
Company: AS Biomeds
Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Position: QA/QC Executive
Location: Maharashtra Naigaon East
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 2–3 Years
Job Summary
We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented QA/QC Executive for our Cosmetic Manufacturing Unit. The candidate will be responsible for Raw Material, In-Process, Finished Product and Packaging Material Quality Control, as well as maintaining QA/QC documentation and ensuring compliance with applicable cosmetic manufacturing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Raw Material Quality Control
- Sampling and testing of incoming raw materials.
- Verification of raw material specifications, COA and supplier documents.
- Maintain Raw Material QC records.
- Ensure proper identification, quarantine, approval/rejection and storage status.
2. In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)
- Monitor manufacturing processes as per approved Master Formula Record (MFR).
- Perform and record in-process checks such as:
- Appearance
- Colour
- Odour
- pH
- Viscosity
- Specific Gravity, where applicable
- Fill Weight / Volume
- Other product-specific parameters
- Report deviations and abnormalities to the concerned department.
3. Finished Product Quality Control
- Sampling and testing of finished cosmetic products.
- Review QC test results against approved specifications.
- Prepare and maintain Finished Product QC reports.
- Ensure products are released only after satisfactory QC results and QA review.
4. Packaging Material Inspection
- Inspection of bottles, tubes, caps, pumps, labels, cartons and other packaging materials.
- Verification of artwork, batch coding, MRP, net quantity and other approved packaging details.
- Maintain Packaging Material Inspection Records.
5. QA Documentation
Maintain and update:
- Raw Material QC Records
- Packaging Material QC Records
- IPQC Records
- Finished Product QC Reports
- Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR)
- Master Formula Records (MFR)
- SOPs
- Specifications
- Calibration Records
- Cleaning & Sanitation Records
- Deviation / Change Control Records
- CAPA Records, where applicable
- Stability / Retention Sample Records
6. GMP & Compliance
- Follow applicable Cosmetic GMP requirements and internal SOPs.
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability of manufacturing and QC activities.
- Support internal inspections and regulatory inspections.
- Maintain laboratory and manufacturing-area hygiene and discipline.
7. Laboratory Responsibilities
- Maintain QC laboratory cleanliness and good laboratory practices.
- Ensure proper status and calibration of laboratory instruments.
- Maintain testing records and logbooks.
- Properly label and store samples and reagents.
Required Qualification
Preferred:
- B.Pharm / M.Pharm
- B.Sc. / M.Sc. (Chemistry)
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) may be considered for suitable candidates, particularly for junior/fresher QA/QC roles.
Experience
- Fresher: Candidates with relevant educational background can apply.
- Experienced: 2–3 years of experience in Cosmetic / Pharmaceutical / Personal Care manufacturing preferred.
Required Skills
- Basic knowledge of cosmetic raw materials and formulations.
- Knowledge of pH, viscosity, specific gravity and basic laboratory testing.
- Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Basic knowledge of GMP and QC procedures.
- Ability to follow SOPs and manufacturing instructions.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Computer knowledge, especially MS Word and Excel.
- Attention to detail and ability to identify quality deviations.
Key Qualities
- Responsible and disciplined.
- Good observation and analytical skills.
- Strong documentation habits.
- Willingness to learn cosmetic manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work independently as well as with the Production and QA/QC team.
Reporting To
QA/QC Head / Quality Manager
Salary
Salary: As per qualification, experience and competency.
Job Type
Full-Time | On-Site
Interested candidates may share their updated CV along with qualification, experience and expected salary.