Quality Assurance Technologist (Benoni)

Job Title

Quality Assurance Technologist

Company/Organisation

RCL Foods

Location

Benoni

Job Description

RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands. Our Talent Team is on the hunt for a Quality Assurance Technologist for their Baking Division (Sunbake). The role will be based in Benoni and will report into the QA Food Safety Manager. The purpose of the role is to manage the daily activities of the Sunbake, to support the achievement of agreed Quality and Food Safety goals and objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage all activities related to Quality and Food Safety for the Sunbake business.
• Implement and maintain FSSC 22000, quality management systems, and customer requirements.
• Manage suppliers and external service providers.
• Ensure final product quality and safety standards are adhered to.
• Manage the Food Safety Team and conduct Food Safety and Management review meetings.
• Manage daily activities of direct reports.
• Implement and maintain relevant Quality Management systems and national legislations.
• Provide technical support to resolve customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Manage food safety related audits and ensure compliance to standards.

Minimum Requirements

• A Degree in B.Sc. Consumer Science/Food Science/B-Tech Food Technology.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar capacity and in an FMCG/food processing environment.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Experience with ISO 22000 implementation, FSSC 22000, QMS, and HACCP programs.
• Internal auditor experience required, lead auditor will be an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven knowledge and experience of scientific testing techniques.
• Ability to interpret results of analytical and microbiological testing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good numerical skills and PC literate.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well as part of a team.