Quality Controller (Wine Industry)
Stellenbosch - South Africa
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Job Summary
Our client based in Stellenbosch Cape Town is seeking an experienced Quality Controller to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in quality control in the wine production industry preferably with previous laboratory exposure. Applicants should hold a Grade 12 qualification or equivalent along with a Quality Assurance Certificate or Diploma. Strong attention to detail analytical skills proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel accurate record-keeping and the ability to work independently are essential. Candidates should reside in Mfuleni Eerste Rivier Blue Downs Stellenbosch Belhar or Paarl.
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Quality
BASIC SALARY : Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate
REQUIREMENTS:
DUTIES:
Maintenance and Calibration of Equipment:
Maintenance of QC Records/Results:
Quality Control Tests:
Product Non-Conformance Monitoring:
Quality Management Systems:
Health and Safety:
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Quality
BASIC SALARY : Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification.
- Quality Assurance Certificate or Diploma.
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a Quality Controller in the wine production industry.
- Previous laboratory experience will be advantageous.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Accurate record-keeping ability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Logical thinker.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Candidates should reside in Mfuleni Eerste Rivier Blue Downs Stellenbosch Belhar or Paarl as staff transport operates within these areas.
DUTIES:
Maintenance and Calibration of Equipment:
- Ensure all instruments are validated before use.
- Perform routine equipment calibration within the validity period as per ISO calibration schedule.
Maintenance of QC Records/Results:
- Ensure accurate and reliable reporting of QC results.
- Maintain completeness and accuracy of QC packs.
- Keep QC records up to date.
Quality Control Tests:
- Perform analyses including chemical and microbiological testing with Bio Trace online.
- Monitor and perform hourly volume control checks on the production line.
- Conduct packaging analysis on dry goods materials.
Product Non-Conformance Monitoring:
- Ensure quality specifications are adhered to.
- Inform all relevant parties immediately when product defects occur.
- Investigate complaints and internal non-conformances and report findings.
Quality Management Systems:
- Ensure all activities comply with company requirements for quality control procedures.
- Participate in reviewing quality control procedures and processes.
- Sign QC packs as records for the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Participate in all requested quality assessments undertaken by the company.
- Assist and ensure availability during audits.
Health and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with company and statutory health and safety policies and procedures.
- Assist in maintaining the Hygiene Management Procedure.
- Act as a representative in enforcing GMPs and HACCP standards on the production line.
- Participate in HACCP team meetings.
- Ensure housekeeping is maintained to required standards.
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 17:00
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.