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

• Perform DPMO inspections and process control training and coaching by required procedures,
• perform routine Analysis on incoming packaging materials and liaise with Suppliers.
• Reporting and handling of non-conformances, on both Finished product and Packaging materials.
• Maintain Laboratory and Packaging equipment in area of responsibility.
• Assist in maintaining the Quality Management system. Frequent Process Control Governance audits.
• Perform administrative duties.  Release both Dry and Finished goods on SAP.
• Maintain ISO 9001 and FSSC standards.
• Liaise between the Quality Assurance department and both the Production and Materials departments.
• Assist in problem-solving.
• Actively participate in all DCS 1 and 2 work team activities.
• Ensure adherence to housekeeping good hygiene standards.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• National Diploma in Food Technology
• NQF level 3 packaging diploma or equivalent qualification will be an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently. Great communication skills.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential.
• Strong laboratory skills and knowledge.
• Display knowledge and insight on where to obtain information and interpret information relevant to one’s work area.
• Ability to make independent decisions by applying product knowledge in one’s work area.
• Ability to implement controls to ensure the achievement of quality standards.
• Strong ability to solve problems, find faults, and learn various problem-solving methods.
• Computer literacy, preferably MS Office will be considered advantageous.
• Good communication skills, especially in liaising between different departments.
• To reflect good leadership behaviour towards colleagues, superiors, and company values.