Quality Assurance Analyst (Fmcg Sector)

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading job recruitment platform is seeking a Quality Control Specialist based in Gauteng, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Food Tech or similar fields and at least 1-2 years of relevant experience in FMCG or manufacturing. Responsibilities include supporting food safety and quality systems, conducting trend analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant experience in FMCG or Manufacturing sector is essential.
• Proven ability to manage customer requirements effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance and improvement of food safety and quality systems.
• Conduct data-based statistical analysis for trends.
• Ensure adherence to established quality regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in Food Tech/Biotech/Food and Nutrition or Analytical Chemistry

Job description

This role is responsible for supporting the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of product, service, and process quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of quality control methodologies and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Food Tech/ Biotech/ Food and Nutrition or Anaylitcal Chemistry
• 1-2 years relevant experience
• FMCG, Manufacturing sector experience essential.
• Proven abililty to manage, maintain and deliver against Customer requirements.
• Analytical skills, communication skills, conflict management and report writing skills.

Duties:

• Support the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the food safety and quality systems such as FSSC 22000, product safety and regulatory standards.
• Enhance the site’s food safety and product quality culture.
• Conduct data-based statistical analysis to identify trends, quality, and food safety improvement in product and process performance.
• Ensure adherence to established quality standards and regulatory standards and procedures.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and procedures in collaboration with functional departments.
• Assist with trend analysis and documentation, actionable reports.
• Develop inspection methods to analyze product.
• Identify areas for improvement, identifying root causes and supporting continuous improvement.
• Enforce customer requirements, company policies, and procedures.
• Participate in house quality complaints investigations, investigation on non-conformance and ensure close out procedures.
• CCP / OPRP Monitoring / Verification, Quality and other inspections, product specifications and failure investigations.
• Departmental audits and traceability.
• Monitor, maintain and practice food safety.

Leadership Standards

• Provide exemplary character for food safety and culture.
• Maintain inter-departmental relationships for overall good work ethic.
• Communication skills on all levels.

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality output
• Reduction of non-conformances
• Teamwork
• Customer service levels and reduction of customer complaints

Skills and Attributes

• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Computer proficiency
• Technical and non-verbal communication
• Good planning and organizational intelligence
• Ability to work as team