Quality Monitor

Rcl Foods Careers; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Mpumalanga is seeking a passionate Quality Monitor to oversee quality assurance processes. Candidates should have a National Diploma in Food Technology or a related field, with 1-3 years of experience in FMCG. This role offers the opportunity to ensure food safety and quality while working in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in FMCG.
• ISO or FSSC certificate will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate suppliers and report supplier deviations.
• Provide food safety and quality training to staff.
• Schedule and conduct internal audits.
• Investigate customer complaints.
• Develop and maintain a traceability and recall system.
• Conduct quality checks during production.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to conduct audits

Education

National Diploma in Food Technology or relevant

Job description

"We Grow What Matters" is not just a slogan; it's a commitment to making a meaningful impact on the world through our people.

At RCL Foods, we live by a purpose that goes beyond nourishing bodies - "We Grow What Matters."

As a leading force in the food manufacturing industry, we understand that growth extends far beyond our products; it's about cultivating an environment where diversity thrives.

We are on the lookout for a passionate Quality Monitor.

The role will be based in Nelspruit and report to the Quality Assurance Tecchnologist.

Minimum Requirements

National Diploma in Food Technology or relevant is essential. 1 -3 years' experience in FMCG. ISO or FSSC certificate will be an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluate suppliers and report supplier deviations.
• Provide food safety and quality training to staff.
• Schedule and conduct internal audits.
• Investigate customer complaints.
• Develop and maintain a traceability and recall system.
• Pest management.
• Monitor quality of water used in the factory.
• Maintain hygiene standard inside the factory.
• Ensure that microbiological and chemical tests are conducted as per schedule and investigate deviations.
• Update and make changes on the product specifications.
• Conduct GMP inspections and PRP management.
• Report to QAT on out of specification issues regarding food safety.
• Manage all aspects of food safety within the processing plant and all related processes.
• Take necessary corrective actions on any deviations regarding food safety.
• Promote a strong QFS culture by facilitating toolbox talks and actively participating in Gemba walks.
• Actively use SHERQX system for all live modules and Ensure data accuracy on the SHEQX system.
• Conduct routine quality checks during production e.g. packaging integrity, label accuracy, final product checks e.t.c.
• Verify that raw materials and ingredients are used according to specifications.
• Support corrective and preventive actions for quality and food safety issues.
• Conduct production process checks to ensure compliance to the parameters.
• Completes all QC / QA checks sheets, records, and inspections reports accurately and on time.
• Support product quality evaluations and shelf‑life checks when required.