Quality Supervisor

Our client based in Johannesburg is seeking a Quality Supervisor to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the laboratory to ensure adequate and timeous support to the proper functioning of the Unit and to meet certification requirements.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General management of the Quality Laboratory to ensure effective and adequate support to the internal departments and clients as well as to achieve desired Quality KPI’s and Certification.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the elements below:

• Equipment and Work Area Management
• People Management
• Laboratory Processes Management
• Audit and Verification Activities
• Complaints and non-conformity support
• Internal training
• Document review
• Budget and stock management

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Management of human resources inherent to the proper functioning of the lab (schedules, leave, timesheets)
• Monthly stock takes and stock management
• Expenses tracking in line with the budget
• Management of the equipment calibration programs inherent to the proper functioning of the lab
• Management of the working environment inherent to the proper functioning of the lab
• Maintenance of the lab procedures and processes
• Lab operator training according to FSSC requirements
• Other training activities as indicated by the superior
• Timeous planning and execution of external analysis plans according to plan
• Verification and organization of external test results
• Management of corrective action activities
• Opening and closure of internal non-conformities
• Complaints investigations
• Shelf life extensions
• Audits (GMP, Hygiene, PRP, other)
• Management of sensory analysis
• Management of raw materials approval process
• Management of the final product approval process
• Management of the QC related paperwork
• Management of Expedition Quality Control
• Management of QC checklists to ensure compliance
• Taking initiative to maintain, improve verification and corrective action activities
• Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety conditions to ensure a safe working environment (chemicals handling, heavy and moving equipment, noise, heat, etc)

QEFS RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Know the environmental impacts and the environmental responsibilities associated with the tasks performed, to contribute to the good environmental performance of the Organisation.
• You will be responsible for food safety within the scope of your work; if any food risks or concerns are noted, report it to your direct line manager immediately.
• Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and tidiness of the workplace.
• Knowledge of allergen management principles.
• Controlling of hazard control verification plan.
• Follow QMS.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out any related instruction from management.
• Follow all Company policies and procedures and familiarize yourself with these.
• Assisting others in case of need.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Supervise and/or management experience in Quality Laboratory field.
• Suitable qualifications related to Food Safety and Quality (HACCP/FSSC 22000).
• Experience in and/or qualifications training.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Laboratory work in the Food Manufacturing Industry.
• Microbiology background preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Quality management software experience.
• Organised, analytical thinker, driven, hard worker, clear and effective communicator, passionate about continuous improvement, problem solver, professional reporting style, team player, attention to detail, ability to prioritize.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.