Food Safety & Quality Technologist

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in South Africa seeks a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Specialist to ensure compliant production of high‑quality foods. You will monitor hygiene, lead audits, and drive corrective actions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Applicants should hold a tertiary qualification in Food Technology or Food Science, a Grade 12, and experience in production and quality settings. The role emphasizes HACCP, FSSC 22000, and continuous improvement in safety standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required, essential.
• Tertiary qualification in Food Technology or Food Science required.
• Experience in Production and Quality environments, preferably food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food safety, quality, hygiene, and 5S standards as a Food Safety Team member.
• Monitor hygiene and housekeeping across the factory.
• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Communicate with suppliers and customers to resolve issues.
• Conduct internal, supplier, GMP, PRP and facility audits and close NCRs.
• Ensure compliance with FSSC 22000 and external audits.
• Verify QC checks: packaging, date coding, weight, glass, and temperature.
• Provide food safety training to employees.

Skills

Food safety systems

Technical ability

Attention to detail

Food Safety Management principles &amp

FSSC 22000 knowledge

Woolworths Code of Practice knowledge

Education

Grade 12

Bachelors in Food Technology or Food Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in South Africa seeks a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Specialist to ensure compliant production of high‑quality foods. You will monitor hygiene, lead audits, and drive corrective actions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Applicants should hold a tertiary qualification in Food Technology or Food Science, a Grade 12, and experience in production and quality settings. The role emphasizes HACCP, FSSC 22000, and continuous improvement in safety standards.