Quality Control Inspector - Food Production

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Quality Control Inspector to join the food production team in Cape Town. You will inspect raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to ensure they meet specifications and safety standards.

You will document results, participate in HACCP/GMP compliance, and collaborate with production staff to resolve quality issues promptly, contributing to product excellence and consumer safety.

Qualifications

• Requires experience as a Quality Control Inspector in the food industry.
• Knowledge of HACCP and GMP.
• Excellent observational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory tests and interpret results.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Relevant qualification in Food Science or QA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform quality tests and analyze results, documenting any deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with production staff to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP and other relevant food safety regulations.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external regulatory inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Observational skills

Documentation skills

Laboratory testing ability

Quality focus

Education

Food Science/QA qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to join their dynamic food production team in Cape Town . This role is crucial for ensuring that all products meet stringent quality and safety standards before reaching consumers. You will work closely with the production team to monitor processes, conduct inspections, and maintain accurate records, playing a vital part in upholding the company's reputation for excellence. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for food safety, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading food manufacturer.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform quality tests and analyze results, documenting any deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with production staff to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP and other relevant food safety regulations.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external regulatory inspections.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quality Control Inspector , preferably in the food industry.
• Strong understanding of food safety principles, including HACCP and GMP.
• Excellent observational skills and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory tests and interpret results.
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
• A relevant qualification in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with high-quality food products.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid and retirement provisions.
• Training and development opportunities within the quality assurance field.
• A supportive team environment dedicated to product excellence and safety.