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Laboratory Quality Analyst

Maintain laboratory quality systems, audits, and test documentation for reliable results.

payments Avg: R38,000

description Overview

Laboratory Quality Analysts ensure procedures are followed, manage CAPA, support audits, and maintain quality documentation. Common in industrial labs, food testing, mining labs, and healthcare labs.

**A Day in the Life:**
Review records, conduct internal audits, track non-conformances, and improve SOPs.

schedule A Day in the Life

08:30

Review lab records and QC logs

10:00

Internal audits and compliance checks

13:00

CAPA tracking and SOP updates

15:30

Quality reporting and training support

trending_up Career Path

Step 1

QC Assistant

0-2

Step 2

Quality Analyst

2-6

Step 3

QA Supervisor

6-10

Step 4

QA Manager

10+

Vital Statistics

Salary Range

R 22,000 - R 65,000

Soft Skills

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Technical Skills

science GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) verified ISO 9001 Quality Basics precision_manufacturing Machine Operation Basics health_and_safety OHS Act / Safety Compliance Basics build Preventative Maintenance