Key Responsibilities:
As the
Quality Manager , you will lead and oversee various quality initiatives, ensuring that our client meets the highest standards:
- Product Compliance & Certification: Manage product compliance testing for export sampling and certification of fish and other species.
- HACCP Leadership: Lead the HACCP team and create a culture of quality awareness within the plant by facilitating cross-functional collaboration on quality solutions.
- Customer Service & Regulatory Standards: Set customer service standards to ensure all products are fit for purpose and comply with both customer and regulatory requirements.
- Quality Management System Implementation: Oversee the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the quality management system, conducting audits and offering expert advice.
- Training & Development: Train staff on updated quality and food safety practices, ensuring the team is equipped to meet the latest standards and industry needs.
- Recall Preparedness: Lead mock product recalls, ensuring the team is prepared for actual recall scenarios.
- Annual Reviews & Documentation: Manage annual management reviews and ensure proper documentation procedures are in place for quality programs.
- Employee Health & Safety: Ensure all employees handling food products undergo necessary medical surveillance assessments.
- Team Leadership: Motivate and guide your team to deliver high-quality results consistently.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you should bring a blend of experience, expertise, and a passion for quality:
- Education: Grade 12, National Diploma in Food Technology, and Certificate in Quality Management.
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years in a senior quality role, with experience as a quality specialist or quality engineer in a quality management environment.
- Skills & Knowledge: Strong knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, microbiology, NRCS inspection procedures, and industry legislation.
- Regulatory Expertise: Familiarity with external regulators and service providers such as NRCS, EU export compliance, HACCP, DEFF, MSC, and the TRACES system.
- License & Transport: A valid drivers license and your own transport.
