Quality Assurance Technologist

The following permanent position has become available within our Cannery Department. This position will operate from Stompneus Bay.

The incumbent will report to the Quality Assurance Manager.

The successful incumbent will ensure compliance of all aspects of document control with regards to the various Food Safety Systems and various international certification bodies.

Key Job Outputs

Management of all documented systems, which will include but not limited to:
• Main documented system -all certification schemes
• Calibration system & schedule
• Various certification scheme documents
• Corrective actions
• Ad hoc information requests

Daily management of QC’s / QC Supervisor
Management of Internal Defects
Manage the conduction of Quality Standards Checks and take appropriate action to enable 100% compliance.
Ensure all legislative requirements are met in all areas of the plant
The operational management of quality control and quality assurance, FSSC/ISO and HACCP.
Participation in internal audits, external audits and customer visits and complaints.
Monitoring and investigating product complaints and returns.
Reporting on compliance with company and regulatory standards, both plant and warehouse facilities.
Assistance during Plant Trials
Action any initiatives as directed by Food Safety & Quality Management
Need to be willing to work shifts and overtime when needed.
Any other duties that will develop in an ever-changing environment

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

Minimum of 2 years food processing (FMCG) experience at a similar role
Knowledge of HACCP (food safety) and ISO Systems, SHEQ
Knowledge of FSSC 22000
Previous Quality Control experience in a FMCG environment will be advantageous
Good verbal and written communication
Ability to communicate at all levels
Ability to work systematically and independently
Take accountability for results and people
Systems orientated

Qualifications, Competencies and Experience

Grade 12
Degree/Diploma in Food Science & Technology, Biochemistry/Food Microbiology
Occupational Health & Safety, HACCP / FSSC Implementation certificates will be advantageous

In support of the company’s Employment Equity Plan, applicants from designated groups will be given preference for this position.

If you are not contacted within three weeks of closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Contact information

Ayakha Jonas