FMCG QA Specialist - QMS & FSSC

Jackie Cory Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackie Cory Recruitment in Gqeberha seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist to support and strengthen the organization's QMS, implement FSSC requirements, and promote continuous improvement across operations.

Required: diploma/degree in Quality Management or related field, food-manufacturing QMS experience, and knowledge of FSSC 22000. Internal audits and root-cause analysis experience are preferred, along with document control expertise.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Quality Management, Food Science, Operations Management, or related discipline.
• Food manufacturing experience and practical experience with QMS in a food-manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000 and food-safety management systems.
• Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification preferred; experience with internal audits, corrective actions, and root-cause analysis.
• Experience in document control and quality-governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Document control and quality-governance processes.
• Support the rollout, implementation, and ongoing improvement of QMS processes.
• Coordinate and support FSSC implementation.
• Plan, conduct, and report on internal audits.
• Identify process gaps and quality risks.
• Facilitate root-cause analysis and track improvement initiatives.
• Promote quality awareness and provide guidance or training on QMS and FSSC requirements.
• Support external audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Cross-department collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or degree in Quality Management / Food Science / Operations Management

Tools

MS Office

QMS platforms

Job description

Jackie Cory Recruitment in Gqeberha seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist to support and strengthen the organization's QMS, implement FSSC requirements, and promote continuous improvement across operations.

Required: diploma/degree in Quality Management or related field, food-manufacturing QMS experience, and knowledge of FSSC 22000. Internal audits and root-cause analysis experience are preferred, along with document control expertise.