Quality Assurance Manager at PZ Cussons

Responsibilitie

• Manage the quality team to deliver quality control and quality assurance on the site.
• Develop and implement policies and standards on hygiene and quality.
• Monitor and control the quality of in process and finished products. Conduct all QA audits of suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinate and facilitate NPD activities in liaison with the marketing department.
• Drive continuous improvement of quality. Determine quality of all products and ensure continuous comparison with that of competing companies with a view of improving products.
• Ensure all chemical raw materials to be sourced/purchased are properly Treated/selected via MTR process.
• Prepare and document Quality Control daily/weekly/monthly reports and technical information or data on raw materials/packaging, work-i
• n-process and finished goods to aid factories RCAs and problem-solving session.

Qualification

• A degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, or Food Technology/Food Science
• 8-10 years’ work experience with at least 4yrs in a similar position.
• Ability to withstand stress and pressure.
• Experience as Quality personnel as well as experience in R&D and manufacturing/CAT Technologies.
• Skills in preparation of BOMs formulations and mass/materials balance.
• Knowledge of Stoichiometry, Manufacturing processes and unit operations.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and analytical.

EMS, OHSMS and FSSC Responsibilities

• Implement and comply with EMS/FSSC/OHS requirements relating to environmental aspects and impacts and other policies, procedures and /or regulations applicable to assigned jobs
• Assist the Food Safety Leader to ensure, maintain and sustain FSMS implementation
• Understand and apply the intent of the EMS/FSSC/OHS policy and requirements to assigned jobs
• Understand roles, responsibilities, and the importance of conformity to the EMS/FSSC/OHS requirements.
• Understand the significant environmental aspects and related actual or potential impacts associated with their work, and the environmental benefits of improved personal performance
• Understand the potential consequences of departure from specified OHS procedures or legal requirements.
• Ensure prompt escalation (adequate communication) of any food safety related issues to FSTL and or next line of reporting manager

Application closes 20th January 2025