To manage the total Quality, Food Safety and Environmental function, in the relevant plant, to ensure compliance to applicable standards, procedures and regulatory requirements to deliver quality product to consumers.
Key Outputs and Accountabilities
Implement the Annual Business Plan (ABP), and drive, monitor and report on QFSE goals for the plant.
Develop plans for Laboratory Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) requirements and ensure the execution thereof.
Adapt Quality standards, protocols, and procedures for the plant.
Provide support to the Manufacturing & Technical (M&T) and Logistics teams at plant level to deliver quality products to consumers.
Ensure that Product and Package Quality standards are monitored and controlled for the plant according to legal and internal Requirements.
Resolve all quality issues from plant level to the customer to meet business requirements.
Implement and Manage Integrated SHEQ Environmental Compliance System for the Plant
Conduct loss and waste analyses and drive continuous improvement programs to ensure appropriate quality process capability.
Manage and Implement Cost Controls to Ensure Adherence to Quality Budget
Lead and Manage an Engaged Quality Team
Qualifications and Experience
A relevant Bachelor of Science degree.
ISO 9000, ISO 14000, FSSC 22000 and HACCP training certificate.
A master’s degree in science (BSc) or a Food Sciences Total Quality Management qualification would be an added advantage.
A minimum of 5-8 years working experience in Quality role within the food industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.