Quality Assurance Technician — Food Safety & Quality

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Annual performance bonuses

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a meticulous Quality Assurance Technician to join the production team. You will conduct quality checks, perform lab tests, document findings and work with production to address deviations, upholding HACCP and GMP standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on QA in a fast-moving consumer goods environment with focus on product safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a qualification in Food Science or QA preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in quality control/assurance in FMCG/food manufacturing.
• Understanding of HACCP and GMP principles.
• Experience with laboratory testing procedures and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Perform laboratory tests to assess quality, safety and compliance with specifications.
• Document all quality control findings and observations.
• Identify quality deviations and escalate to appropriate personnel.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence.
• Maintain calibration and upkeep of laboratory equipment.
• Assist in development and revision of QC procedures.
• Participate in internal audits and inspections.
• Ensure proper labeling and packaging quality.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality checks

Laboratory testing

HACCP

GMP

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Food Science or QA certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Quality management systems

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a meticulous Quality Assurance Technician to join the production team. You will conduct quality checks, perform lab tests, document findings and work with production to address deviations, upholding HACCP and GMP standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on QA in a fast-moving consumer goods environment with focus on product safety and regulatory compliance.