QA Trainee: Food Quality & Compliance Internship

Company : dsm-firmenich; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a QA Trainee to join its Quality Assurance Department. This internship offers hands-on exposure across all QA areas within a manufacturing environment and is ideal for candidates aiming to develop a strong QA foundation.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and contributing to site QA activities while developing skills in GMP, documentation, and supplier quality processes. Sandton area location with practical, hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Quality Management or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine cleaning inspections and monthly GMP and facility audits according to the established schedule.
• Monitor and verify OPRPs and CCP check sheets.
• Maintain document control by uploading reviewed procedures and check sheets onto the IMS.
• Request, collect, and track updated food safety and quality documentation from suppliers per procedures.
• Conduct labelling audits to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Identify, investigate, and report non-conformances and raise SAP notifications as needed.
• Participate in daily operations meetings and provide updates on non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with QA team to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Food Technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

dsm-firmenich is seeking a QA Trainee to join its Quality Assurance Department. This internship offers hands-on exposure across all QA areas within a manufacturing environment and is ideal for candidates aiming to develop a strong QA foundation.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and contributing to site QA activities while developing skills in GMP, documentation, and supplier quality processes. Sandton area location with practical, hands-on experience.