Quality Assurance Officer - Polokwane at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A Quality Assurance Officer will ensure that products arrive and depart in accordance with quality and safety standards, conduct quality control inspections and provide QC Reports
• Review and improve current procedures and conduct regular audits for SOP compliance
• Monitor staff performance, providing guidance, and conducting essential training sessions
• Investigate product quality issues, conduct root cause analyses, and raise Improvement Reports
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system, complete daily QA checklists, and provide regular compliance reports
• Enforce quality and cleaning standards, promptly addressing any deviations
• Guide production teams, recommend improvements, and oversee the implementation of procedures
• Conduct daily FIFO spot checks and assess safety risks, communicating findings to relevant departments
• Identify training needs, foster a food safety culture, and train new employees
• Perform sporadic production checks and follow through on HSE minutes, findings, and improvements
• Track waste control, conduct cleaning inspections, and ensure strict adherence to product testing procedures

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Certified Food Safety Manager Certificate/ Diploma
• HACCP certified with strong regulatory skills
• Minimum 3 years proven experience as a QA Officer
• Understanding of SOP Implementation
• Quality Control and Assurance
• Health and Safety Regulations
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Variance Management
• DC External Audit Results
• Creation of training courses to address deficiencies in personnel or procedures
• An understanding of microbiology and food technology