Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular site visits at co-packer sites to verify compliance with Astrals quality standards.
- Review and approve product specifications, batch records, and certificates of analysis.
- Verify effective implementation of corrective action plans.
- Work closely with the Food Technologist and co-packer Quality teams to drive improvement.
- Monitor and verify product shelf-life, labelling accuracy, and packaging integrity.
- Report monthly on compliance metrics and quality trends within the Value-Added category.
- National Diploma, BTech or Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Quality Management or a related field.
- FSSC 22000 or other related food safety management training.
- 35 years experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment, preferably within poultry, meat or value-added products.
- Proven experience conducting food safety and quality audits, including co-packer or supplier audits.
- Strong working knowledge of South African food safety legislation and labelling requirements.
- Assisting in root cause analysis and defining effective corrective action plans.
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation discipline.
- Analytical thinking with continuous improvement mindset with strong risk awareness.
- Confident communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work independently across multiple sites.
- Proficiency in reporting, trend analysis and data interpretation.
- High level of personal and professional integrity.
- Join a trusted South African food brand where quality and safety come first.
- Grow your career through hands-on exposure to diverse value-added operations.
- Make a meaningful contribution in a company that values excellence and accountability.
- We offer a competitive remuneration package.
Published Date: 01 February 2026
Closing Date: 15 February 2026
