Food Safety And Quality Manager

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African meat wholesaler is seeking a Food Safety and Quality Manager in Johannesburg to oversee the Quality Control department and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in food science or quality control and at least two years of management experience in food manufacturing. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management role in food manufacturing.
• Own reliable transport is essential.
• Computer literate with strong administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Quality Assurance and Food Safety Management System.
• Ensure all products are produced safely and meet quality standards.
• Coordinate the Health and Safety policy.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Administrative Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree/diploma in food science or quality control

Matric

Job description

Position: Food Safety and Quality Manager

Salary: Market related

Location: Johannesburg

Reference Number: CWR.NRS.FSQM.02062025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is a leading South African meat wholesaler supplying meat and other food products to sectors of the hotel, restaurant and hospitality industries. They are looking for a Food Safety and Quality Manager to join their Johannesburg team.

JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure full implementation and monitoring of the Quality Assurance and Food Safety Management System including ensuring that the programs are communicated, training of all employees and the promotion of the programs amongst management and staff.
• Ensure that all products are produced safely, legally and of a high standard of quality in line with relevant legislation.
• Co-ordinate and monitor the implementation of the company’s Health and Safety policy.
• Maintain, control and co-ordinate all functions within the Quality Control department, as well as help to develop and oversee the Quality Control and Cleaning teams.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• Degree / diploma in food science, quality control or equivalent (food-related discipline)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in management or supervisory role in a food manufacturing environment
• Own reliable transport is essential
• Ability to delegate, motivate and instruct a team of direct reports
• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written
• Strong team player, able to work with people at all levels
• Computer literate and strong administrative skills
• Problem solving and multi-tasking

TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW:

https://www.careers-page.com/the-globevest-group-2/job/QW757Y56

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