Quality Assurance Manager at Brookside Africa Limited

REPORTING TO GENERAL MANAGER - MANUFACTURING

Job Objective

To develop, document and implement Quality Assurance Standards based on the requirements of ISO, National and Regional Standards and ensure compliance to all Legal and Statutory requirements. To also ensure that the company products are consistent, processes are validated and appropriate documentation is kept.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent safe and quality products are produced that meet customer requirements
• Validate documentation and processes along the entire value chain
• Coordinate and procure suitable lab equipment
• Plan, monitor and review test results as per policy
• Develop Quality Assurance plans by conducting hazard analysis, identify critical control points and preventative measures
• Actively participate in Dairy Stakeholders, Product Design and Formulation meetings
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Quality Standards for raw materials and finished products
• Manage the procedure for Product release and traceability in cooperation with Production, Supply Chain and Sales
• Analyze data aimed at improving the Quality Assurance System and operations
• Develop and provide training for Food Safety and Quality requirements
• Conduct company Food Safety audits as well as manage third party audits
• Update existing Food Safety procedures and documentation to keep up with changing requirements
• Oversee proper hygiene maintenance in the factory

Minimum qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills

• Should have a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology, Dairy Science and Technology
• Should have over 6 years working experience in Food and beverage Industry
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, FSSC 22000:2005, ISO 14001;2015 and OHSAS 18001;2007
• Proven process audit skills.
• Must demonstrate leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication, analytical and trouble shooting skills
• Ability to make independent and objective decisions
• Must be a team leader