Quality Control Supervisor (FMCG)

· Ensure that all incoming recipes, raw material, in process, final product specifications and packaging materials specifications are adhered to and met.

· Ensure CCP’s, OPRP’s and PRP’s are maintained

· Ensure trimming, blending, ageing, filling, flavoring, freezing, canning, blanching, pasteurizing, coding and final product packaging material quality requirements are adhered to and met,

· Ensure all junior QC staff (incl. Line Inspectors, QC lab inspectors, QC teachers, etc.) are adequately trained and assessed to meet predetermined requirements.

· Reporting of any and all non-conformances to QC Manager and Production Manager, with regards to all product and equipment.

· Assist production with any root cause analysis, corrective and preventative actions.

· Perform quality testing and inspection on raw, in-process and final product for each process.

· Ensure traceability of raw material, in process and final product is maintained at all times

· Ensure wastage of raw material, in -process, final product and packaging is kept to a minimum at all times.

· Carefully assess and identify the products that do not meet the specified requirements or quality standards.

· Carry out the necessary actions according to the reworking plan. Ensure that the rework process is well-documented and that any adjustments or modifications are accurately recorded.

· Work with production to meet planned targets

· Ensure all QC records are completed accurately and signed off timeously

· Coordinate and assist with product sampling and pilot trials

· Grade 12

· Qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related field.

· Minimum 3 years experience in quality control / food science within the food, dairy, or citrus industry.

· In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP, and GMP principles.

· Proficient in MS Office

· Valid drivers license and own transport,

· Must be willing to work shifts,