Quality Technologist at Marvel Placement Consultant

Quality Technologist 

• A well-established FMCG manufacturing company based in Germiston is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Quality Technologist to join their team. 
• This role is ideal for a technically strong individual with experience in Food Safety and Quality Management Systems who is passionate about maintaining high food safety standards, driving continuous improvement, and leading quality processes within a production environment. 
• You will take full responsibility for developing, implementing, verifying, and continuously improving the Food Safety and Quality Management System at plant level, while managing a small quality team and working closely with production, technical, and customer stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Diploma in Food Technology (Essential) 
• Degree in Food Science (Preferred) 
• 2–4 years’ Quality Assurance or technical experience in an FMCG environment 
• 1–2 years’ supervisory experience 
• Proven experience developing and/or reviewing Food Safety & Quality Management Systems (HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, FSSC 22000) 
• Strong understanding of food safety legislation and regulatory compliance 
• Ability to manage audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions 
• Must be able to commute reliably to Germiston or relocate at own cost 

Roles and Responsibilities: 

Food Safety & Quality Management System 

• Develop, update, implement, and verify the Food Safety and Quality Management System. 
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and certification standards (HACCP, FSSC, VACCP, TACCP). 
• Maintain all quality documentation including procedures, policies, specifications, checklists, and work instructions. 
• Conduct internal training to ensure compliance across departments. 
• Develop and perform internal audit schedules. 
• Represent the plant during customer and certification audits. 
• Ensure continuous improvement and alignment between documentation and operational activities. 

Quality Control & Risk Management 

• Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures. 
• Monitor raw materials, processes, and finished products to ensure compliance. 
• Oversee microbiological sampling, trending, and reporting. 
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances and implement corrective actions. 
• Maintain zero tolerance for audit findings and process deviations. 
• Ensure proper control of allergens, contamination risks, and hygiene standards. 
• Verify compliance of product and process control equipment. 

Projects & Product Trials 

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Production, Technical, NPD) on new product development and improvement projects. 
• Develop and execute trial plans. 
• Compile and distribute detailed trial reports. 
• Update product specifications, work instructions, and quality documentation. 
• Oversee trial sample management and implementation into production. 

Team Management 

• Manage and coordinate Quality Controllers (5 direct reports). 
• Supervise daily activities to ensure performance targets are achieved. 
• Oversee time and attendance and ensure fair application of disciplinary processes. 
• Support employee development and training. 
• Foster a positive working environment and strong quality culture. 

Stakeholder & Technical Communication 

• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers and internal departments. 
• Respond to client enquiries within agreed timelines. 
• Represent the plant during audits and walk-throughs. 
• Promote a strong culture of food safety and quality compliance. 

SHEQ Compliance 

• Ensure hygiene, PPE compliance, and food safety standards are maintained at all times. 
• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Closing Date: 2026-04-02