Food Safety and Production Assistant

Creative Leadership Solutions; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A food safety and hygiene consultancy is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in implementing food safety standards and to support daily production operations. The ideal candidate should have a National Senior Certificate, along with two years of experience in a food manufacturing environment. Proficiency in both Afrikaans and English is essential. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, conducting checks for hygiene practices, and assisting in audits. Salary is market related.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Experience in food safety, hygiene, or production processes.
• Exposure to HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to food safety and production.
• Support daily production operations to maintain product quality and consistency.
• Participate in food safety and hygiene training sessions.
• Provide administrative assistance to the Food Safety and Production Managers.

Skills

Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices

Attention to detail and good organisational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Good communication and teamwork skills

Proficient in Afrikaans and English

Education

National Senior Certificate

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education (essential) :

• National Senior Certificate

Minimum applicable experience (years) :

• 2 years of experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment

Required nature of experience :

• Experience in food safety, hygiene, or production processes
• Exposure to HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Assisting in audits and compliance inspections

Skills and Knowledge (essential) :

• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Other :

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own reliable transport and valid drivers license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Food Safety and Hygiene Compliance

• Assist in implementing and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support compliance with HACCP, GMP, and company food safety procedures.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure hygiene practices are upheld.
• Report non-conformances and assist with corrective actions.

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to food safety and production.
• Organise and keep up to date all paperwork and filing systems for Production and Food Safety, under the guidance of the relevant managers.
• Ensure all checklists, forms, and reports are completed correctly and on time.
• Assist with preparation for internal and external audits.

Production and Operational Support

• Support daily production operations to maintain product quality and consistency.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Assist production staff in adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
• Identify and report any operational or hygiene-related issues.

Continuous Improvement and Training

• Participate in food safety and hygiene training sessions.
• Support the Food Safety Manager with implementing improvements.
• Assist in monitoring the effectiveness of hygiene and safety procedures.
• Promote awareness of food safety and quality culture within the team.

General Administrative and Support Duties

• Provide administrative assistance to the Food Safety and Production Managers.
• Assist with stock control and ordering of cleaning and hygiene supplies.
• Support with any ad hoc duties as required by management.
• Ensure compliance with all company health and safety policies.

Remuneration Offered

Market related