QC Technician

iStaff Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Assurance professional in Paarl, Western Cape. The role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, performing internal audits, and managing product quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Quality Management, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and effective communication skills. If you are passionate about quality control and meet the requirements, apply for this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance role.
• Own reliable transport is necessary.
• Completed internal auditing training or certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of the production facility.
• Carry out routine hygiene audits across the plant.
• Ensure compliance with applicable food safety standards.
• Investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance on quality requirements.

Skills

Quality Control

Food Safety

Internal Auditing

Effective Communication

Education

Qualification in Quality Management or related field

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Qualification in Quality Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance role.
• Own reliable transport.
• Completed internal auditing training or certification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Operational Quality & Food Safety

• Perform daily inspections of the production facility and report any non-compliance or deviations identified.
• Carry out routine hygiene audits across the plant and ensure corrective measures are implemented where required.
• Communicate effectively with teams across the facility regarding quality and food safety matters.

Food Safety & Quality Systems

• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable food safety standards and audit requirements.
• Take accountability for quality assurance and legislative compliance of all products manufactured on site.
• Log and manage non-conformances, including internal findings and customer complaints, relating to system deviations or potential product safety risks.
• Investigate root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee and track the corrective and preventive action (CAPA) process to ensure timely closure.

Product Quality Assurance

• Ensure all manufactured products consistently meet defined specifications and customer expectations.
• Confirm that all staff adhere to company procedures, operational practices, and hygiene requirements.
• Verify that warehousing activities comply with approved storage and handling conditions.
• Confirm completion and accuracy of all quality-related checks and records.
• Investigate quality deviations and implement appropriate corrective and preventative measures.
• Validate in-line quality control checks to maintain required product standards.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on quality requirements and best practices.

PLEASE NOTE

Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable.

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