Food Technololgist

Our client, a leading food and beverage manufacturer, seeks an enthusiastic Food Technologist to join their dynamic team. T his role focuses on maintaining and improving Quality Control and Food Safety Systems (FSSC/GMP/HACCP), enhancing Total Quality Management (TQM), updating FSQMS documentation, and effectively managing the Quality Control team. Duties and Responsibilities Ensuring food safety and quality standards are being maintained in the factory Assist with updating and maintaining Quality Systems Accurate trending and scorecards. Effective and punctual customer complaint investigations and feedback. QC tasting, samples and feedback. Monitoring conformance to the cleaning and sanitation program. Managing QC Teams and cleaning teams Controlling the measuring and monitoring devices. Assisting with technical equipment management. Assisting with the management of service providers, such as calibration, validation and pest control, laundry and waste companies. Investigating and closing out of non-conformances and trending thereof. Conducting internal and external audits Conduct training of factory colleagues Assisting with validation trials Ensuring Traceability on product and paper is maintained Allergen and Segregation management NPD Factory trials, pre-production, launches. Attendance and feedback on NPD trials, Secondary RM trials and product audits Food defense and reporting of suspicious behavior Experience Matric and a Diploma or BSC degree in Food Technology/Food Science with a passion for food. 1-2 years related experience in a food processing facility will be advantageous. Confident and Assertive communicator at all levels. Problem solver with strong attention to detail Motivated by growth and achievement.

Location: Eden, ZA

Posted Date: 1/29/2025