Quality & Food Safety Graduate (12-Month Contract)

Job Description

Segment: Mars Food

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape

Job Overview

The Junior Quality & Food Safety (Q&FS) Laboratory and Inbound Intern / Graduate is responsible for verification testing of incoming materials, evaluation of materials close to end of shelf life, co-coordinating micro testing of finished product utilizing an external laboratory and verification of laboratory equipment.

What are we looking for?

• B-Tech Food Technology / B-Tech Quality / BSC Food Science or related.
• Exposure to raw material testing or Laboratory work
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and allergens
• Good written and verbal skills
• Ability to work shifts when required.
• Since the role involves sensory evaluation of products and materials containing allergens, the candidate should not suffer from any food intolerances or allergies.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Testing and conformance of materials (raw materials, packaging materials, products and raw materials at end-of shelf life)
• Capturing results, analysis of data and hold/release of materials on SAP
• Environmental monitoring (water, hands, equipment, cleaning, air quality, effluent water)
• Verification of equipment
• Support cleaning and allergen validations.
• Developing and reviewing procedures.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130, 000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.