TANGA PHARMACEUTICAL & PLASTICS LTD • CAREER OPPORTUNITY
About the Role
Tanga Pharmaceutical & Plastics Ltd (TPPL) is a manufacturer of personal care and cosmetic products in East Africa, with brands across skin care, hair care and related product categories.
The company is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA & QC) Executive to support its quality operations in Tanzania.
The successful candidate will conduct quality inspections and laboratory testing, maintain accurate documentation, identify non-conformances and help ensure that raw materials, packaging, in-process products and finished goods comply with TPPL quality standards, ISO 22716 Cosmetic GMP guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements.
Position Details
Company: Tanga Pharmaceutical & Plastics Ltd (TPPL)
Position: QA & QC Executive
Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Reports To: QA/QC Manager / Supervisor
Nationality: Tanzanian
Preferred Availability: Immediate joining or short notice
Proposed Salary: TZS 500,000
Job Purpose
To assist with and ensure robust day-to-day quality assurance and quality control activities, verifying that raw materials, packaging, in-process materials and finished cosmetic and personal care products meet TPPL standards, ISO 22716 Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct daily quality inspections of raw materials, packaging materials and finished goods.
- Perform standard laboratory testing, including microbiological, chemical and physical analysis, on batches and materials.
- Monitor and ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 22716 standards on the production floor.
- Maintain accurate QA/QC documentation, batch records and laboratory testing logs.
- Identify and promptly report product non-conformances, quality deviations and related issues to the team supervisor.
- Support internal and supplier quality audits and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
- Ensure laboratory equipment is appropriately calibrated, maintained and used safely.
- Collaborate with Production and Warehouse teams to maintain consistent product quality.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology or a related science field.
- Experience: Between 2 and 5 years of relevant QA/QC experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Industry Preference: Experience in cosmetics, personal care, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) or pharmaceutical manufacturing is highly preferred.
- Managerial Experience: Not required.
- Availability: Candidates who can join immediately or on short notice are preferred.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of ISO 22716 Cosmetic GMP, quality assurance and quality control testing principles.
- Hands-on laboratory testing and inspection skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in quality documentation.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What the Company Offers
- Proposed Salary: TZS 500,000.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
- An opportunity to contribute to a company that values integrity, teamwork and excellence.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV, cover letter and copies of relevant certificates to the Human Resources team at Tanga Pharmaceutical & Plastics Ltd.
Application Email: hrm@tppl.co.tz
Suggested Email Subject: Application for QA & QC Executive
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
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