Food Safety & Quality Assurance

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Food Safety & QA Specialist to join our team. This is a key role responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining world-class food safety and quality management systems across our operations.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the food manufacturing or food processing industry, a strong understanding of food safety legislation and quality standards, and a proven ability to lead compliance initiatives while driving continuous improvement.

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Ensure ongoing compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and successful completion of external and internal audits.

• Manage and maintain HACCP systems, ensuring effective implementation and continuous compliance.

• Apply practical experience with FSSC 22000, specifically Intertek certification requirements, to maintain certification standards.

• Oversee laboratory testing, product sampling, quality verification, and analysis to ensure product integrity.

• Conduct routine internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs).

• Develop and deliver food safety and quality training to employees across the business.

• Investigate non-conformances, customer complaints, and quality incidents, ensuring effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Work closely with production and operational teams to promote a strong food safety and quality culture.

• Minimum 8 years' experience in the food manufacturing or food processing industry.

• Proven experience implementing and managing HACCP systems.

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with FSSC 22000, including Intertek certification standards.

• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, quality assurance systems, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience conducting internal and external audits.

• Practical laboratory testing and quality verification experience.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle (non-negotiable).

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Quality Management, or a related field.

• Auditor qualification or additional food safety certifications will be advantageous.

• Opportunity to join a growing and quality-focused organisation.

• A collaborative and professional working environment.

• The opportunity to make a significant impact on food safety, quality, and operational excellence.

If you have a passion for food safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement, and you meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply. Send CV's to recruit@pronel.co.za