Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain adherence to the Quality Management Systems and Lab Star System.
• Report non-conformances timeously.
• Effectively communicate between Quality, Bottling and the Cellars.
• Lead problem solving sessions and continuous improvement initiatives in the Laboratory
• Analyse data and pro-actively identify problems and improvement opportunities and communicate these to the relevant stakeholders.
• Validate methods.
• Identify training needs and conduct training.
• Conduct regular audits for adherence to ISO 17025 and applicable procedures.
• Initiate Corrective and Preventative Actions out of audits or non-conformances which can impact quality.
• Ensure that consumables are analysed where appropriate and released on SAP timeously
• Ensure that lab consumables are always in stock
• Ensure verification, calibration and maintenance of equipment

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Training in ISO 17025 will be considered advantageous.
• Must have mastered applicable Quality procedures in the FMCG environment.
• Must have mastered analyses pertaining to liquor products to the extent that he / she can do problem solving independently on all applicable procedures.
• Must have demonstrated that he / she adheres to Lab Star System daily.
• Must have a complete understanding of the consequences which inaccurate analyses may have.
• Knowledge of legislation associated with liquor products.
• Ability to work under pressure and accurately while paying attention to detail.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential.
• Must be responsible and punctual.
• Ability to reflect good leadership behaviour towards colleagues, superior and company values.
• Proven written and communication skills on all levels.
• Ability to implement controls to ensure the achievement of quality standards.
• Ability to utilize MS Office and LIMS extensively; familiar with SAP.