Quality and Food Safety Manager at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• Join Our Team as a Quality and Food Safety Manager
• At RCL Foods, we’re not just feeding the nation — we’re shaping the future of food.
• As our Quality and Food Safety Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring our products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
• This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and make a tangible impact across our operations.

Minimum Requirements    

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Biotechnology (NQF Level 7).
• Up to 6 years in Food Safety, Quality Control, or Assurance.
• Proven experience in Audit Leadership and Management System Implementation.
• Accountability, Integrity, Decision-Making
• Project Management, Technical Expertise, Cross-functional Awareness
• Leadership in Change Management and Building Effective Teams

Duties & Responsibilities    

Lead & Inspire:

• Champion a culture of quality and safety across teams.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing QFS team.
• Drive engagement and performance through coaching and communication.
• Support company values and champion training and development initiatives.

Ensure Compliance Excellence:

• Oversee ISO (22000, 9001, 17025) and regulatory compliance.
• Lead internal and external audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain certifications and elevate QFS standards.

Drive Strategy & Innovation:

• Align QFS initiatives with business goals.
• Contribute to cost-saving strategies and policy development.
• Lead continuous improvement and risk management projects.

Be the Technical Expert:

Provide legal, technical, and advisory support.

• Develop training materials and policy manuals.
• Represent QFS in cross-functional committees.

Manage Supplier & Incident Protocols:

• Ensure supplier compliance and performance.
• Maintain accurate incident records and drive timely resolutions.

What You’ll Impact

• Customer Trust: Through quality assurance and legal compliance
• Financial Performance: By reducing waste, managing risk, and optimizing budgets
• People & Culture: By fostering a strong QFS culture and ethical standards
• Processes: Through robust audit, safety, and environmental management systems

Closing Date    

• 2025/06/23