QA & Food Safety Coordinator

Emporium; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Olive Products in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Quality Assurance Co-ordinator to lead QC across production and packing lines, uphold HACCP and ISO/FSSC food safety systems, and ensure audit readiness.

You will investigate non-conformances, liaise with suppliers, support internal and external audits, and maintain rigorous records while championing health, safety and ESG commitments.

Qualifications

• Matric is essential.
• 3–5 years in QA or food safety in a food production/processing environment.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and familiarity with ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce quality control procedures across production and packing.
• Conduct inspections, sampling and testing of materials and finished products.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety and quality management documentation.
• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding incoming material quality and specs.
• Support internal, customer and certification body audits.
• Train staff on quality, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Maintain audit-ready quality records and reports.
• Support ESG system and related health and safety initiatives.
• Serve on Health and Safety Committee; prepare and distribute minutes.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Quality management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Food Technology or Quality Management qualification advantageous

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cape Olive Products in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Quality Assurance Co-ordinator to lead QC across production and packing lines, uphold HACCP and ISO/FSSC food safety systems, and ensure audit readiness.

You will investigate non-conformances, liaise with suppliers, support internal and external audits, and maintain rigorous records while championing health, safety and ESG commitments.