Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems Management

• Design, implement, and continuously improve the Quality Assurance System (QMS)
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Conduct risk assessments using HACCP principles to maintain legal compliance and export certification
• Monitor production processes to verify adherence to standard operating procedures

Supplier and Materials Quality

• Collaborate with Purchasing to resolve raw material quality issues and develop supplier specifications
• Oversee quality control for both raw materials and finished products
• Establish quality standards and ensure production maintains these benchmarks
• Analyze and report on causes of quality deviations and non-conformances

Compliance and Reporting

• Lead internal and external audits, reporting findings to upper management
• Maintain effective communication with regulatory and governing bodies
• Evaluate compliance matters related to packaging, labeling, and product composition
• Stay informed on new or updated regulations applicable to meat processing

Training and Development

• Train staff on quality assurance, hygiene, and food safety procedures
• Assess training needs and collaborate with Learning & Development to deliver relevant programs
• Recommend and implement new technologies and best practices supporting strategic objectives

Laboratory and Technical Management

• Oversee internal and external laboratory processes ensuring product quality and consistency
• Source, maintain, and calibrate quality control equipment and instruments
• Manage product recalls and coordinate corrective actions for customer complaints
• Provide guidance on microbiological controls within the Meat Plants

Risk Management

• Establish and monitor Service Level Agreements with external providers
• Implement risk management controls throughout operations
• Ensure facility and product compliance with all relevant standards
• Safeguard product quality and safety across all operational areas

Qualifications & Requirements

Education (Essential)

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Bachelor`s degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related field

Experience (Essential)

• Minimum 4 years` experience in a Quality Assurance Management capacity within Meat Plants, Fresh Meat Produce, or similar industries
• Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and delivering quality assurance frameworks, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Solid understanding of end-to-end meat production operations from animal arrival, processing, packaging, and distribution
• Strong knowledge of statutory requirements, applying and monitoring relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in relation to customers and FMCG:
  • Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
  • ISO standards, specifically FSSC22000
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 with strong Excel skills and reporting capability

Skills & Competencies

• Strong quality focus – Applies sound knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and tools to ensure processes fulfill business requirements and standards
• Technical awareness and data management skills – Demonstrates sound grasp of database and reporting design concepts, managing data as a valuable organizational resource
• Analytical thinking – Readily comprehends complex concepts and information, investigates courses of action to identify appropriate solutions
• Influential communication – Confident with good personal influence to gain business area respect, influence decisions, and secure commitments
• Effective communication – Speaks clearly and writes succinctly with correct spelling and grammar; presents arguments credibly in area of expertise
• Planning and organizing – Plans and organizes work effectively while supporting others, delivers on promises, and ensures tasks are completed on time
• Pressure management – Able to work under pressure, manage varying priorities, and navigate periods of high demand in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative partnering – Builds meaningful relationships both internally and externally, gives and receives constructive feedback effectively
• Governance adherence – Applies Governance Policies, Code of Conduct, and ethical behavior; addresses non-compliance appropriately

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Qa Manager – Meat Markets position available in Gauteng, Gauteng. This job position was posted by Manpower Group. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-03-18 at 01:03:13 in the Trade Artisans Technical category

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