Quality Control Technologist

Optential Consulting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Optential Consulting is seeking a Quality Control Technologist to perform QA testing on raw materials, in-process products and finished goods within a beverage production environment.

You will support the Quality Assurance Manager, maintain the Quality Management System, and ensure regulatory compliance through sampling, testing and thorough documentation.

You will collaborate with production and warehouse teams to uphold product quality and food safety across the value chain.

Qualifications

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming raw materials (concentrates, dry ingredients) and packaging components against specifications.
• Collect samples for laboratory analysis as required.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of materials to prevent contamination or deterioration.
• Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with and coach production and warehouse teams to maintain quality standards across the value chain.
• Daily product quality inspections and analysis per the Minimum Mandatory Sampling Plan (CO2, DO, alcohol, NTU, Brix, pH, volumes, organoleptic and seam analysis).
• Collection and dispatch of samples to external laboratory (Vinlab).
• Daily maintenance of the Product Retention sampling system.
• Daily verification of measuring equipment.
• Daily identification of non-conforming stock and update of write-off reports.
• Maintain accurate records of all quality control tests, inspections, and audits.
• Report on daily conformances and nonconformances.
• Participate in GMP/PRP audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Responsible for performing a variety of quality control tests and inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet established quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role is critical in supporting the Quality Assurance Manager in maintaining the company's Quality Management System and ensuring the production of high-quality, safe beverage products.

Job Title:Quality Control Technologist

Report To: Quality Assurance Manager Department Quality

Direct Reports:None

Job Purpose: Ensuring that all beverage packaging products meet the company's quality standards, regulatory requirements, and consumer expectation through maintaining quality management systems

Main Responsibilities:

Raw Material & Packaging Inspection:

• Inspect incoming raw materials (e.g., concentrates, and dry ingredients) and packaging components (cans, lids, labels, cartons) against specifications.


• Collect samples for laboratory analysis as required.


• Ensure proper storage and handling of materials to prevent contamination or deterioration

Sampling,Testing and Analysis:

• Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.


• Investigate and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.


• Collaborate with and Coach production and warehouse teams to ensure that quality standards are maintained throughout the value chain


• Daily Product Quality Inspections & Analysis as per the Minimum Mandatory Sampling Plan (includes, but not limited to CO2, DO, alcohol, NTU’s, Brix, pH, volumes, organoleptic & seam analysis)


• Collection and dispatch of samples to external laboratory for analysis - Vinlab samples


• Daily maintenance of the Product Retention sampling system


• Daily Verification of measuring equipment.


• Daily identification of Non-Conforming stock and updating the write off report.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all quality control tests, inspections, and audits


• Report on daily conformances and nonconformances

Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure that quality management systems and food safety management systems are implemented and maintained throughout the production process


• Analyze quality control data to identify trends and areas for improvement.


• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Suggest changes to quality control procedures and processes.


• Participate in GMP / PRP audits as per audit schedule


• Participate in Facility and Personnel Hygiene inspection and Conduct daily line clearance.


• Work with external auditors to facilitate FSSC 22000 certification and maintain ongoing compliance.