FMCG QA Leader in Welkom — Quality & Compliance

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Quality Assurance Manager for its Welkom FMCG facility in the Free State. The role leads the QA team, builds and maintains QMS, and ensures products meet safety, quality and regulatory standards before reaching consumers.

You will drive CAPA, internal and supplier audits, and continuous improvement across production and operations, safeguarding brand reputation and consumer trust.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in QA/QC in FMCG.
• Knowledge of HACCP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in Welkom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QMS for all FMCG products.
• Oversee QC: raw materials, in-process, final testing.
• Lead QA team and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct internal audits and manage external audits.
• Investigate quality issues and implement CAPA.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

HACCP/ISO knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree (Food Science/related)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Quality Assurance Manager for its Welkom FMCG facility in the Free State. The role leads the QA team, builds and maintains QMS, and ensures products meet safety, quality and regulatory standards before reaching consumers.

You will drive CAPA, internal and supplier audits, and continuous improvement across production and operations, safeguarding brand reputation and consumer trust.