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- East London
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: FMCG
- Reference: E.L002207/BG
Vacancy Details
Employer: Michelle Tuck cc t/a Staff Solutions
Quality Assurance and Control:
- Develop, implement, and enforce quality assurance policies and procedures across both manufacturing plants.
- Oversee quality control processes at every stage of production, from raw material sourcing to finished product packaging.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure all products and processes comply with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
- Prepare for and lead regulatory audits and inspections, ensuring both plants meet required standards.
Quality Systems Management:
- Implement and maintain quality management systems (QMS) in line with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP).
- Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Continuous Improvement:
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
- Utilize data and metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
Team Leadership:
- Manage and mentor quality assurance teams at both manufacturing plants.
- Provide training and development opportunities to ensure staff are knowledgeable about quality standards and best practices.
Supplier Quality Management:
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the consistent quality of raw materials and ingredients.
- Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations.
Customer Feedback and Complaint Management:
- Investigate and address customer complaints related to product quality.
- Implement corrective actions to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks to product quality and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Implement robust food safety and quality control measures to prevent contamination and ensure product safety.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of quality assurance activities and results.
- Prepare detailed reports for senior management on quality performance and improvement initiatives.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Quality Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in a quality management role within the food manufacturing industry.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards (e.g., FDA, HACCP, ISO).
- Proven track record of managing quality assurance across multiple sites.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.
- Certification in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) is a plus.
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About Michelle Tuck cc t/a Staff Solutions
Staff Solutions is a bespoke recruitment agency founded in 2004, with a national footprint. Our team provides both permanent and temporary recruitment services to the majority of industries/sectors throughout South Africa. We are open to international recruitment too. Staff Solutions offers "old-fashioned recruitment ethics and values ", in an advanced technological environment. We pride ourselves in keeping up to date with technological advances, but still retain the personal touch with both our clients and candidates. If you are a General Manager or a General Worker, your application is important to us.
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