Quality Intern

SGS; Orkney; On-site; ZAR 78,120 - 111,600; Full time

Job summary

SGS is hiring a Food Safety & Quality Systems Intern to support packing operations in Orkney, South Africa. The intern will lead the implementation of the SmartFoodSafe software and the transition of food safety programs, gaining hands-on experience in FSMA regulations and Quality System principles.

Key responsibilities include testing Quality Inspection forms, training operations staff, and managing compliance with regulatory standards. A Grade 12 qualification along with a relevant diploma or degree is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification is required.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, or Quality Management.

Responsibilities

• Implement the SmartFoodSafe software for packing operations.
• Transition and test Quality Inspection forms.
• Learn the Food Safety Program for TX1 Packing Operations.
• Train operations on the use of SmartFoodSafe software.
• Implement the new CAPA program using SmartFoodSafe.

Education

Diploma or Degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management or relevant qualification

Job description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

Overview:

The Food Safety & Quality Systems Intern will support the packing operations by assisting with the transition of the Food Safety and Quality Management software, “SmartFoodSafe”. This will provide not just knowledge into FSMA regulations and Quality System principles but hands on experience on how to implement them in a real setting with fresh produce.

Here's what you'll do:

• Lead in implementing “SmartFoodSafe” at the TX1 Packing operations
• Transition, test and learn all Quality Inspection forms for the Quality Inspection Program
• Learn and understand Food Safety Program for the TX1 Packing Operations
• Transition Food Safety Program into the “SmartFoodSafe” software and train operations on its use, KPIs and CAPA
• Use “SmartFoodSafe” software to implement new CAPA program for the TX1 Packing Operations

The intern will gain exposure to regulatory & quality standards including:

• FDA Regulations for Food Manufacturing (FSMA & GFSI Standards)
• Quality System Principles
• Digital software management for Food Safety & Quality programs

Qualifications

Grade 12
Diploma or Degree Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management or any relevant qualification.