Food Quality Controller

Fouche & Co Recruitment; Richards Bay; Presencial; ZAR 152.000 - 182.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Fouche & Co Recruitment in Richards Bay is seeking a Quality Assurance professional for a leading food manufacturer. You will conduct inspections of materials, in-process and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the Food Safety Management System, coordinating audits, testing samples, analysing trends, and training staff to uphold product quality across production lines.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Practical experience in food quality control or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Experience with laboratory testing and analysis techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process products and finished goods.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and meat industry regulations.
• Develop and maintain the Food Safety Management System.
• Manage internal and external compliance audits.
• Compile new product specifications and contribute to product development.
• Analyse trends and non-conformances to drive improvement.
• Collect and analyse samples for microbiological, physical and chemical testing.
• Train employees on quality control processes and procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure material quality.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Educación

Bachelors or National Diploma in Food Science

Microbiology

Herramientas

Laboratory testing techniques

Descripción del empleo

A prominent leader within the food manufacturing and processing industry, committed to delivering exceptional quality products and maintaining rigorous safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. Ensure strict adherence to all relevant legislation as well as meat industry-specific regulations. Develop and maintain the Food Safety Management System within the facility. Manage internal and external compliance audits. Compile new product specifications, contribute to product development for new lines, and carry out product testing. Analyse trends and non-conformances to drive continuous improvement. Liaise directly with State Veterinarians. Collect and analyse samples for microbiological, physical, and chemical testing. Maintain accurate records of test results and provide timely reports to management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve quality issues. Develop and implement quality control procedures and guidelines to improve product consistency. Train and educate employees on quality control processes and procedures. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure raw materials meet quality specifications. Stay up to date with industry trends and advances in food safety regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field. Prior practical experience in food quality control or a similar role. Strong working knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards. Practical experience with laboratory testing and analysis techniques. Proficient in MS Office applications.

Attributes

Excellent attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities for cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

R15 000 CTC monthly