To perform the necessary quality control, test and checks as stipulated in the QC manual to ensure that all products manufactured conform to the quality standards of Premier.
- To timeously and accurately conduct quality control checks and tests on incoming raw material, in process product and finished/packed goods to achieve quality standards as per the SOP.
- To timeously ensure that testing equipment are in good condition to ensure accuracy of results.
- To analyse and record the results to verify whether the products are within specification and inform line and or supervisor accordingly.
- To timeously and accurately conduct line trials and experiments assisting R&D to contribute to quality improvements, innovation, and new product developments.
- To timeously and accurately conduct internal and external shelf-life evaluations to verify shelf-life and product quality.
- To maintain general standard of housekeeping and safety to meet GLP standards.
- To ensure Food Safety (FSSC 22000) adherence.
- To ensure that the OHS Act is complied with.
- To ensure timeous and accurate results capturing onto LIMS.
- Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science
- Qualified Food Technologist or relevant science degree
- 5 years of experience in a laboratory environment will be an advantage.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office package)
- Planning and organising
- Follow Instructions and Procedures
- Analytical thinker
- Attention to detail - Accuracy of analysis and information.
- Basic analysis and problem-solving
- Working under pressure
- Working independently and self-motivated
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Able to work cohesively in a Team.
