Quality Assurance Officer

• Job Purpose

Under general direction, ensures that the food production process is safe, by monitoring the production process from raw ingredient intake through to serving and/or packaging of finished products for all our branches, while safeguarding that all processing and preparations meet rigorous industry standards of quality and hygiene.

• Job Responsibilities

1. Ensure quality control of raw materials and finished products.
2. Lead the quality function on-site, and off-site, to ensure that products and processes comply with documented requirements, systems, and specifications.
3. As the QAS, ensure the quality, food safety, hygiene and sanitation programs meet regulatory requirements.
4. Manage quality standards and quality policies, measuring performance against internal and external standards such as HACCP and ISO 22000.
5. Evaluate the cleanliness of equipment, utensils and work areas.
6. Ensure a solid working knowledge of HACCP AND ISO22000 standards.
7. Maintain the long-term continuity of production and service quality.
8. Complete tests required for food product packaging.
9. Assist in setting quality standards and ensure that production is maintained at such standards.
10. Inspect and test products and production processes.
11. Ensure that all quality policies and procedures meet national and international standards.

• Qualifications

• Formal tertiary qualifications, with a Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in similar role overseeing a food or beverage manufacturing line.
• Demonstrated ability to manage costs and budgets whilst nurturing a team-first culture.
• Specific expertise in quality, health and safety in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in managing a safety culture, HACCP and ISO 22000.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills and aptitude for getting things done.
• Mindset and vision to lead change in accordance with management directives.
• Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment.
• A solid foundation and background of production procedures is required.
• Excellent communication skills, and a natural leader. Someone who can guide and mentor a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is an asset.

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