Quality Controller - VKB Milling, Frankfort

VKB Agriculture; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agriculture company in South Africa seeks a Quality Controller to assist in maintaining high food safety and quality standards. The role involves assessing quality systems, cooperating with various departments to ensure compliance, and continuously improving safety procedures. Applicants need a Grade 12 qualification and relevant experience in quality control.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role required.
• Proficiency in MS Office necessary.
• Food Safety background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and quality through coordination.
• Audit and improve quality procedures.
• Inspect products and equipment for compliance.

Skills

Food safety and quality expertise

Problem-solving

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Planning and scheduling

Resilience

Innovation and initiative

Education

Grade 12/NQF 4

Tools

MS Office

Lab equipment

Job description

Introduction

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is a subsidiary of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, part of the VKB Group. The VKB Group is a key player in South Africa's agricultural industry, committed to excellence through best practices, continuous improvement, and world-class operations.

VKB Milling operates white maize mills in Mokopane, Louis Trichardt (Limpopo), Mashishing (Mpumalanga), and a wheat mill and bakery in Frankfort (Free State).

The company offers a dynamic work environment for employees to develop their skills and knowledge in a challenging and rewarding setting.

Job Function

Manage, handle, and store maize to ensure product quality and achieve sustainable financial results.

Job Description

The Quality Controller assists the Quality Control Manager at VKB Milling, with ongoing evaluation of quality systems.

Requirements

• Grade 12/NQF 4
• Proven experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Food Safety background

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure food safety and quality
• Stay updated on legislation and implement relevant changes
• Manage documentation and product specifications for Quality Assurance
• Audit and improve quality procedures, ensuring product safety
• Comply with occupational health, safety, and food safety standards
• Inspect products, equipment, and machinery; accept or reject based on findings
• Ensure processing meets recipe guidelines

Skills

• Food safety and quality expertise
• Training in food quality (advantageous)
• Knowledge of lab equipment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem-solving skills
• Leadership and communication skills
• Planning and scheduling abilities
• Analytical thinking
• Resilience
• Innovation and initiative

Other Information

• The company may expire jobs at any time.
• Personal data collected will be used solely for recruitment and employment purposes.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and supporting people with disabilities.
• Application notes:
• Use Google Chrome to access the portal.
• Submit a clear CV in PDF or Word format without handwritten notes.
• Upload your CV only in the designated section; supporting documents should not be included in the CV upload.
• Ensure profile picture minimum size is 300 x 300px.