Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Pharmaceutical Technologist (Pharm Tech) serves as a frontline compliance and quality control professional. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that all pharmaceutical products handled remain safe, traceable, authentic, and compliant throughout the entire distribution cycle, from receipt to dispatch. Although categorized as an entry-level position in terms of required experience, the role carries high regulatory accountability, directly impacting patient safety, licensing compliance, audit outcomes, and organizational risk exposure.
Key Responsibilities
Pharmaceutical Receiving & Stock Verification
Receive pharmaceutical products from approved suppliers and verify quantities, batch numbers, and expiry dates.
Confirm product integrity and compliance with accompanying documentation.
Immediately flag, quarantine, and report any discrepancies, damages, or non-conforming products.
Ensure accurate recording of received stock in manual and digital systems.
Storage, Handling & Compliance Control
Store pharmaceutical products strictly in accordance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Maintain proper segregation of saleable, near-expiry, damaged, returned, and quarantined stock.
Monitor storage conditions and report deviations that may compromise product quality.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmaceutical storage environment.
Order Preparation & Dispatch Assurance
Support accurate picking, packing, and verification of pharmaceutical orders.
Ensure correct batch numbers, expiry dates, and quantities are issued for dispatch.
Conduct final verification checks to prevent dispatch errors.
Documentation, Traceability & Risk Reporting
Maintain accurate, complete, and traceable records for all pharmaceutical stock movements.
Ensure documentation supports full traceability for regulatory inspections and audits.
Report quality concerns, suspected counterfeit products, or handling risks immediately.
Support recall procedures and corrective actions as required.
Inventory Governance & Collaboration
Participate in cycle counts, stock takes, and variance investigations.
Proactively flag slow-moving and near-expiry stock to minimize losses.
Collaborate with Warehouse, Sales, and Quality teams to support operational efficiency.
Support internal audits, Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) inspections, and compliance reviews.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized and accredited institution.
Registration: Registered or eligible for registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
Experience: Minimum of 6 months’ hands-on experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment (Wholesale/distribution, Hospital, Retail pharmacy, or Medical supplies logistics).
Experience in Discipline: Practical exposure to Batch number and expiry date control, pharmaceutical receiving/storage, and working under SOP-driven environments.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Accurex recruitment portal at accurex.pipohris.io or use the application link: Apply Here.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the application link: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1160531. This link will direct you to the official application portal at accurex.pipohris.io.
