Food Safety and Quality Assurance Officer

Alos Innovative Workforce Solution; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager to ensure compliance with FSSC certification and uphold the highest standards of food safety. This pivotal role involves conducting internal audits, managing quality systems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and analytical skills, along with a proven track record in food safety management. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and make a significant impact on food safety practices within the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager.
• Experience with GFSI systems and ISO audits is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits and prepare reports for corrective actions.
• Manage lab operations and ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Liaise with customers and conduct root cause analysis for complaints.

Skills

GFSI Food Safety System Implementation

Internal Auditing Skills

ISO Internal Audits

MS Office Proficiency

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Job Title : Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager (FSQAM)

Job Type : Permanent

Location : Nigel

To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience.

Submissions :

• Safety and Quality Assurance Manager (FSQAM)

This position is responsible for ensuring the organization is FSSC certified and complies with all relevant company policies, industry standards, and government legislation relating to food safety.

It is also responsible for the Management of Quality and the lab, and serves as the representative for Environmental Management.

The role involves driving continuous improvement through monitoring and auditing compliance to standards.

Applications not meeting the criteria will not be considered; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Skills & Qualifications :

• Experience implementing a GFSI Food Safety System and/or at least 5 years as a Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager
• Outstanding internal auditing skills on FSSC or other GFSI systems
• Experience with ISO internal audits is advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Resilient and assertive with deadline orientation
• Report writing, investigative, and analytical skills
• Leadership and people management skills
• Service provider and customer relationship management
• Time management, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities :

• Conduct internal audits on systems such as FSSC and IP Handling
• Prepare reports and implement effective corrective actions
• Coordinate external audits to achieve certification and supplier approval
• Ensure world-class hygiene practices as per ISO standards
• Manage the lab, including equipment maintenance, quality monitoring, record keeping, and statistics
• Perform sample analysis in internal and external labs, assess COAs with trend analysis
• Liaise with customers regarding complaints, conduct root cause analysis, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions
• Provide training on responsibilities and facilitate meetings and information sessions
• Maintain document management and statistics to measure system performance against targets
• Compile business review reports for senior management
• Conduct internal audits on Environmental Management (ISO)