Qualifications and experience required
Grade 12
Relevant qualification in Food Technology
Sound Knowledge of FSSC 22000, GMP requirements and relevant guidelines and Quality Management Systems
Knowledge of statistical process control
5 years manufacturing or FMCG experience
Computer Literacy using the following packages:
Excellent Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook)
The ideal candidate would be responsible for the following:
Maintain Quality and Food Safety in the facility as per FSSC 22000, YUM, McDonalds and Nandos Criteria
Manage Quality Controllers
Contribute to maintaining the processing budget
Purchase orders for Quality
Control staff registers and monthly time sheets
Conduct brief plant inspections and facility inspections
Review records and corrective actions of previous day
Update quality report
Update all trends necessary for Quality purposes
Ensure sample plan followed
Conduct checks on maintenance to ensure quality checks are followed
Conduct checks on pest control service provider
Conduct mock recalls bi annually.
Maintain calibration of equipment is conducted before or on due date.
Plan and manage HACCP team meetings
Plan and manage HACCP plan reviews
Submit monthly Quality reports to Group Quality Manager
Conduct monthly internal HAS audit
Compile action plans for internal and external audits conducted
Ensure customer complaints closed off within 48 hour period
Review documents and records when required
Assist to facilitate external audits
Align process checks to process procedures
Assist with change management with new process, equipment and or products
Investigate product micro NCR's
Conduct Trials as a supporting function to new product development
Other requirements
Must be fluent in English & and any other official South African language (knowledge of other languages would be advantageous)
Key requirements include being commercially sound, deadline driven and having attention to detail
The ideal candidate should be hardworking, honest, self-motivated and disciplined and be able to work under extreme pressure;
It is essential that the candidate have a passion for implementing and maintaining a continuous workplace improvement program (20 Keys).
The chosen candidate must be proactive, have good management, communication and interpersonal skills as well as problem solving and planning skills;
Code 08 driver's license and reliable transport is essential.
Management responsibilities and tasks can be re-assigned to ensure department effectiveness at the discretion of management.
Due to the nature of the job, the candidate must be able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.
Closing Date: 14 April 2026