The Junior Quality & Food Safety Administrator is responsible for establishing and implementing Quality Management and Food Safety Programs. The role includes monitoring these programs' performance and initiating continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Supplier Initiatives Support:
- Assess feasibility, host supplier audits, and initiate/monitor CAPA execution.
- Review and approve supplier-related documents with stakeholders.
- Collaborate with QC to review specifications from a quality perspective.
- Customer Complaints & Feedback:
- Investigate customer complaints and complete NCRs and feedback forms.
- Site Quality, Regulatory, and Business Certification:
- Support implementation, host audits, and initiate/monitor CAPA execution.
- Food Safety Program Monitoring:
- Oversee and improve programs such as:
- Food Safety Manual
- Document and Record Control
- Product Development
- Specifications (Raw Material, Packaging, Finished Product, Services)
- Non-Conforming Materials and Rework
- Complaint Management
- Food Safety Plan (FSSC 22000)
- Identification, Traceability, Recall, and Withdrawal
- Allergen Management
- Training
- Pest Prevention
- Maintenance Program
- Calibration
- Personnel Hygiene
- Environmental Monitoring
- Utility Supply
- Receipt, Storage, and Transport
- Waste Disposal
- Food Defense
- Quality Management & Food Safety Programs:
- Develop procedures and record implementation.
- Monitor performance indicators and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and enhance the FSSC 22000 system (version 6.0).
- Audit Participation:
- Participate in at least three external food safety audits.
- New Product Development Assistance:
- Assist with NPD work as needed.
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) Management:
- Process COAs in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Ensure COAs/COCs are issued and attached to delivery documents.
- Scan and file COAs/COCs received with deliveries.
- Report non-conforming suppliers to the Food Safety Manager and Procurement Manager.
- Track and request outstanding COAs/COCs and update the 'Outstanding COA Log'.
- Pest Control Officer Duties:
- Conduct monthly pest inspections and complete FS20-2 Pest Control Inspection Checklist.
- Monitor pest control measures, including rodent proofing and bait stations.
- Report pest activity and manage quarantine products.
- Schedule stack fumigation and maintain FS20-3 Pest Activity Sightings Log.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Food Science or Technology.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in FMG.
- FSSC 22000 certification: 3 years (including version 6.0).
- 3 years of food safety management experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Knowledge of Food Safety testing instrumentation is advantageous.
- Ability to work independently with excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Data entry experience and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and solve problems efficiently.
- Warehouse and production environments with frequent standing and walking.
- Ability to perceive small color variations.
- Hand/eye coordination and dexterity for handling products and instruments.
- Capacity to lift 25 lbs.
- Potential requirement to QC check new products according to specifications.
Benefits
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Llizelle Jansen at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: careers@rpo-recruit.za.com
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Last updated on May 27, 2024