Senior Quality Controller Job Tulbagh South Africa,Quality Assurance

Location: Tulbagh

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12

Degree/Diploma in related field

5+ years experience in Quality Control

Professional Registration (FSSC, ISO, SAQI - preferable)

Strong knowledge of quality control methodologies, processes, and procedures

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Duties and Responsibilities Quality Control

Ensure proper hygiene, sanitation, and food safety practices are followed during operation
Supervise all quality and technical activities on the floor
Interpret lab results and product testing
Ensure correct product identification, labeling and traceability
Promote a quality culture on the floor
Ensure non‑conforming products are identified and controlled
Verify quality through lab analysis and testing procedures
Provide physical presence on the production floor for quality and technical assistance
Oversee day‑to‑day quality activities in production and lab
Oversee quality control for raw materials, in‑process production, and finished product inspections
Monitor production processes to maintain product consistency, quality and prevent contamination and defects

Compliance

Adherence to customer specification and legal requirements
Maintain accurate quality records, reports and documentation for traceability and compliance
Assist in preparation for internal and external audits

Quality Assurance and Food Safety

Maintain compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000 and GMP
Collaborate with production, procurement and management teams to improve product quality and efficiency
Ensure compliance with food safety and customer standards (e.g., FSSC 22000, specifications, local and international regulations) to meet food safety, quality and regulatory standards consistently

Technical Function

Understanding equipment operation and product reactions
Strong knowledge of food microbiology, packaging integrity and set‑up, shelf‑life, and product stability

Leadership and Reporting

Motivate, lead and support team
Compile various reports and communicate non‑conformances and quality matters clearly to management
Lead and train quality staff to maintain high performance and adherence to standards
Make decision and timely action to prevent deviations

Problem‑solving and Improvement

Identify and drive process, waste and efficiency improvements
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions
Identify, communicate and investigate quality deviations, customer complaints and food safety incidents in a timely manner

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