Quality Assurance Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & retirement benefits

Advanced training opportunities

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 in Canada is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Manager for a prominent FMCG producer in Kimberley. You will lead quality programs to guarantee product integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance across all SKUs and processes.

The role requires building a capable QA team, conducting regular audits, implementing CAPA responses, and staying current with HACCP, ISO 9001 and GMP standards to maintain superior customer outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in Quality Assurance/Quality Control with at least 2 years in a management role.
• FMCG or food manufacturing experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage QA programs for FMCG products.
• Oversee QC testing and inspection processes, ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, facilities and documentation.
• Manage and train the QA team, driving quality improvement.
• Investigate customer complaints and CAPA; implement corrective actions.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, certifications, and best practices.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

HACCP

GMP

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Food Science

Chemistry

Microbiology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable organization in the FMCG sector, is seeking an experienced and meticulous Quality Assurance Manager to lead their quality control initiatives in Kimberley . This critical role ensures that all products meet stringent quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of quality management systems, experience in the FMCG manufacturing environment, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of product integrity and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive quality assurance programs and systems for FMCG products .
• Oversee all quality control testing and inspection processes, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
• Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, facilities, and documentation to ensure compliance.
• Manage and train the QA team, fostering a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Stay updated on relevant industry regulations, certifications, and quality best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Proven experience within the FMCG or food manufacturing industry is essential.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• A leadership role with significant impact on product quality.
• A dedicated and quality-focused work environment in Kimberley .