FMCG Quality Control Technician – Queenstown

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Training & development

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Control Technician for our FMCG client’s Queenstown production site. You will perform routine QC checks on materials and finished goods, conduct laboratory analyses, and ensure compliance with HACCP/ISO standards.

You will maintain accurate quality records and support continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in QC/QA within FMCG and a hands-on approach to calibrating equipment, performing tests, and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles, testing methods, and laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality control checks and inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Perform laboratory tests and analysis according to established procedures and standards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, health, and quality regulations.
• Document inspection and test results accurately, maintaining detailed quality records.
• Identify and report any quality deviations or non-conformances to the QA Manager.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in internal audits and investigations of quality issues.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality specifications.
• Contribute to a culture of quality awareness throughout the production facility.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Record keeping

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Food Science degree

Chemistry

Microbiology

Tools

Spectrophotometer

pH meters

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Control Technician for our FMCG client’s Queenstown production site. You will perform routine QC checks on materials and finished goods, conduct laboratory analyses, and ensure compliance with HACCP/ISO standards.

You will maintain accurate quality records and support continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in QC/QA within FMCG and a hands-on approach to calibrating equipment, performing tests, and supporting audits.