Dispensary Pharmacist Assistant at Adcock Ingram

Adcock Ingram is currently inviting applications for a dedicated Dispensary Pharmacist Assistant based at their Wadeville manufacturing operations. This critical production-support role assists the Dispensary Manager with the strict oversight of the raw material dispensing process, ensuring that all operations conform directly to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The successful applicant will play an essential role in maintaining pharmaceutical quality, product efficacy, and overall patient and consumer safety.

As an operational team member within the dispensary department, you will execute inventory control, coordinate material transfers, and ensure production departments receive timely, accurate raw materials to support daily pharmaceutical manufacturing schedules. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to work within one of South Africa's premier pharmaceutical manufacturing enterprises, collaborating closely with warehouse, quality assurance, and manufacturing professionals.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Ensure adequate raw materials are readily available to execute scheduled batch dispensing according to the production plan.
• Place timely requisitions for raw materials from the main warehouse to avoid production downtime.
• Perform accurate inventory transactions within the Oracle enterprise resource planning system to ensure full process traceabilities.
• Conduct strict in-process quality and measurement checks in full compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
• Assist in preparing, updating, and reviewing departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Prepare for and participate actively in routine internal and external quality compliance audits.
• Initiate and follow up on departmental non-conformances, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Monitor and ensure all dispensing activities are executed under specified environmental and cleanroom conditions.
• Control raw material stock to prevent unaccountable losses, discrepancies, and material contamination.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• High ethical standards, meticulous attention to detail, and integrity when managing regulated substances.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills to ensure accurate reporting and cross-departmental coordination.
• Strong collaborative mindset to address dispensing bottlenecks and maintain daily manufacturing targets.
• Disciplined approach toward documentation accuracy, cGMP, and quality management systems.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Working at Adcock Ingram provides exposure to industrial-scale pharmaceutical technology and stringent healthcare regulatory systems. Candidates benefit from continuous structured training on SOPs, quality compliance frameworks, and modern inventory software, opening clear pathways toward senior dispensary administration, warehouse supervision, and manufacturing quality roles.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a junior dispensary or technical assistant role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R10,000 – R16,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Applications must be submitted online through the official Adcock Ingram recruitment portal. Ensure that your application includes a comprehensive, updated curriculum vitae and certified copies of relevant qualifications. Shortlisted candidates may be requested to undergo pre-employment assessments and background screening in terms of company recruitment policies.

• Grade 12 or equivalent secondary education qualification.
• Registration or formal qualification as a Pharmacist Assistant (Basic or Post-Basic) or relevant pharmaceutical operations training.
• Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Basic computer literacy, with exposure to ERP systems such as Oracle considered advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• South African citizenship or valid work authorization.