Quality Control Manager

Centurion; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in flavour and fragrance development is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead the QC department in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Science or Engineering and 15 years of experience in the industry, including 5 years in a managerial role. Key responsibilities include overseeing QC activities, managing complaints, and ensuring compliance with standards. The role comes with an attractive salary package including medical and pension benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in Quality Control within the flavour and fragrance industry.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing a QC team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Control Department.
• Oversee and report on all QC activities.
• Investigate and report on complaints.
• Manage reassessments and shelf life updates.
• Ensure accurate analysis of materials and products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report-writing skills

Proficiency in ISO standards

Excellent computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering

Qualification in Quality Management Systems

Food Safety Management Systems

Health & Safety Management

Job description

Reference : GTG

• CG-1Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

You'll have the opportunity to lead a passionate department and contribute directly to crafting the flavours and fragrances that define one of the leaders in flavour and fragrance development SA.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Control Department to ensure efficient and effective performance.
• Oversee and report on all QC activities to the Operations Director.
• Investigate and report on customer, supplier, and manufacturing complaints.
• Manage reassessments and ensure all materials' shelf life is updated.
• Ensure accurate physical and sensory analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Verify allergens in finished goods and ensure all COA documentation is completed and stored.
• Ensure all instruments and scales are calibrated.
• Train staff on quality systems and standards (ISO, FSSC, SEDEX, etc.).
• Ensure incoming packaging materials are tested and correctly labelled.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering.
• Qualification in Quality Management Systems, Food Safety, Management Systems, and Health & Safety Management.
• Minimum 15 years' experience in Quality Control within the flavour and fragrance industry.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing a QC team.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills.
• Proficiency in ISO, FSSC, and SEDEX standards.
• Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of industry regulations.

Please apply online – if you have not had a response within two weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

Package & Remuneration

R R Annually plus Medical, pension, bonus