Food QA Technician: Quality & Safety Lab Testing

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Technician to join our food production team in Gauteng. The role focuses on in-process and final product inspections, laboratory testing, and strict adherence to HACCP and ISO standards.

The successful candidate will document findings, support audits, and help maintain high quality and safety across all products. A relevant food science qualification and strong data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in QA or quality control in food manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of HACCP, GMP and quality management systems.
• Experience with laboratory testing procedures and equipment calibration.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final product inspections to verify specifications and quality standards.
• Perform laboratory tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using approved methodologies.
• Analyze test results, identify deviations, and report non-conformances to the Quality Manager.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy of results.
• Document quality control activities, test results and inspection findings clearly.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining quality management systems (HACCP, ISO).
• Participate in internal audits and support external audits by regulators and customers.
• Monitor production environments for hygiene and sanitation adherence.
• Investigate customer complaints and assist root cause analysis.
• Stay updated on food safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Food Science qualification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Technician to join our food production team in Gauteng. The role focuses on in-process and final product inspections, laboratory testing, and strict adherence to HACCP and ISO standards.

The successful candidate will document findings, support audits, and help maintain high quality and safety across all products. A relevant food science qualification and strong data skills are essential.