Quality Manager

5 months ago

Stellenbosch, South Africa Helderberg Personnel Full time

My client, an established fruit exporter based in Stellenbosch is seeking to employ a **Quality Manager**.

and relevant quality training (diploma/certificate) in the South African fruit export industry would be preferable.

management|manager|quality manager

**Purpose**:
The purpose of this role is to develop, implement, and execute (maintain) the appropriate **fruit quality and compliance** **strategy, structure, processes, and systems to support the core focus of the company to generate the most possible **value out of each carton** for all the stakeholders.

**Education required**:

- Bachelors (Honours) degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field (preferable)
- Relevant quality training (diploma/certificate) in the South African fruit export industry (preferable)

**Skills / Experience required**:
**Experience**
- Proven experience in building and managing a quality and compliance management framework for a fruit export company
- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on practical experience in the citrus industry in the relevant areas of quality (good practice, standards, regulatory)

**Skills / capabilities**
- Good practical understanding and knowledge of citrus cultural practices and pest control and post harvest practices
- Good knowledge of post-harvest disorders, their causes and the impact of the export handling chain on fruit quality
- Thorough understanding of economics of fruit export supply chain, claims management and the quantification of losses due to poor quality.
- Thorough knowledge of the concepts of total quality management, quality assurance and quality control
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities, especially in the context of citrus production/export challenges
- MS Office including Excel
- Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
- Ability to function under pressure and to deadlines
- Understand data sets, workflows and business processes
- Ability to solve business data problems to deadlines

**Key Performance Areas**:
**1. Develop and implement the company Quality and compliance strategy and framework**
- Develop the quality and compliance strategy for the company that will guide and drive the objective to derive and sustain the highest potential value for the carton of fruit throughout the value chain
- Develop and implement the appropriate resource structure
- Develop and maintain all related supporting processes and documents (e.g. standards, packing guides, specifications, and protocols
- Strategy developed, approved and implemented
- Resource structure developed and implemented (e.g. inspectors / auditors)
- Standard Operating Procedures that supports the strategy documented and implemented
- Continuous improvement process implemented

**2. Manage grower quality assurance**
- Develops, manages, and influence a robust grower quality management program including standards setting, auditing, training/development, and performance improvement plans.
- **Drive the concept of being a trusted partner to the grower** to resolve grower quality issues
- Support grower audits
- Evaluate quality fruit in orchards prior to harvest and/or packing to identify cultural practices, and pest control activities that may be lacking that will have a direct impact on quality and shelf life of packed product.
- Facilitate access to premium markets and customers
- Grower quality assurance plans align with the corporate identification of key growers to partner with

**3.** **Full value chain quality and compliance management and improvements**
- **Lead continuous improvements **for** **pre-harvest, post-harvest, packing house, cold storage, and transportation processes to systematically reduce product defects and quality failures. Institutionalise the management of deviations to preserve the value of the carton
- **Primary production **:Compliance, standards, training
- **Packhouse**:Quality specifications, packaging, labelling/marking, food safety/chemicals
- **Cold chain integrity**:Traceability, shelf life optimization
- Audit plans developed and implemented
- Audits performed
- Corrective actions identifies and appropriate strategies developed to correct deviations

**4. Manage the handling and processing of Market Claims (fruit quality)**
- With the Marketing capability, ensure the appropriate processes are developed and implemented to handle market claims as a result of quality issues.
- Develop and train Quality resources to also identify and handle potential claims as a result of quality issues.
- Support the Marketing capability by providing appropriate information to enable them to settle/finalise claims
- Claim management processes developed and implemented
- Claims finalised against set standards from a time and value perspective
- Quality Resources developed and trained to handle claims
- This would include the ability to differ

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Sinapi Biomedical (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Medical Device manufacturer in Stellenbosch seeks to employ a strong and assertive Quality Assurance Manager. Proven administrative ability is required with at least 3 years’ experience working in a quality driven environment. Tertiary qualification in science, engineering or biological field essential. Skills and experience: - Experience working with a...

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    6 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Sinapi Biomedical (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Medical Device manufacturer in Stellenbosch seeks to employ a strong and assertive Quality Assurance Manager. At least 2 years’ experience working in a quality driven environment required. Relevant technical/scientific qualification preferred. Skills and experience: - Experience working with a quality management system standard (such as ISO 9001, FSC...

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Lotus Recruitment Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our team at Lotus Recruitment. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in our manufacturing operations.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement quality management systems to ensure compliance with industry...

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    6 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Merand Corbett & Associates Full time

    Western Cape, Stellenbosch Our client, situated in the Banhoek Valley near Stellenbosch has an immediate vacancy for a Quality Assurance Manager. **Key performance areas**: - Co-ordinate, control and ensure the effective functioning of the Food Safety/Quality Assurance system - Food Safety Team leader of the Food Safety Team - Continually improving the...

  • Software Product Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Farm Manager SA Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesThe ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.Feature Management: Evaluate and define product features at each development iteration, ensuring alignment with client needs and business goals.Product Backlog Management: Prioritize and communicate the product backlog effectively...

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    1 week ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Recruitment Full time

    **About Communicate Recruitment**We are a leading recruitment agency focused on delivering top talent to the tech industry.**Job Description**We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Assurance Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of world-class user experiences through modern web application...

  • Quality Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Helderberg Personnel Full time

    My client, an established fruit exporter based in Stellenbosch is seeking to employ a **Quality Coordinator.** **Education Required** - Relevant tertiary qualification - In-house and/or external training in quality management - Industry training in export requirements/protocols **Skills Required**: - Good negotiation skills - Good technical skills,...

  • Senior Quality Assurance Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Lotus Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: SHEQ Manager About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced SHEQ Manager to join our team at Lotus Recruitment. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental quality across our operations. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and implement effective HSE and...

  • Software Product Owner

    4 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Farm Manager SA Full time

    Job Title: Software Product OwnerWe are seeking a highly skilled Software Product Owner to join our team at Farm Manager SA.About the RoleThe Software Product Owner will be responsible for defining and prioritizing product features, working closely with the development team to ensure timely delivery, and acting as the primary liaison between the product team...

  • Project Manager/Quality Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

    Position: Project/QC Manager Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town Minimum Qualification Criteria : - Matric - Degree in Quality Surveyor/ Project Management would be advantageous - SACPCMP Certificate: Candidate Construction Project Manager - Min 3 years exp in Project and Quality Control Manager exp - Min 3 years in the Construction Industry - Own...

  • Project Manager/Quality Surveyor

    2 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

    Position: Project/QS Manager Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town Minimum Qualification Criteria : - Matric - Degree in Quality Surveyor/ Project Management would be advantageous - SACPCMP Certificate: Candidate Construction Project Manager - Min 3 years exp in Project and Quality Control Manager exp - Min 3 years in the Construction Industry - Own...

  • Quality & Regulatory Administrator

    6 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Sinapi Biomedical (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    **Sinapi Biomedical manufactures medical devices in Stellenbosch and seeks to employ a full time Quality & Regulatory Administrator. Opportunity to gain experience in the quality control and regulation of medical devices. A strong administrative ability is required with at least 3 years’ experience in working in a high-quality environment. Tertiary...

  • Quality Control Inspector

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Berry World Full time

    MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB As a Quality Control Inspector for BerryWorld SA, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality standards of our products meet and exceed customer expectations. You will be responsible for conducting daily fruit quality inspections; providing training and support to our growers, packhouses and depots; assisting with research and...

  • Quality Assurance Associate

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Daklapack europe Full time

    DaklaPack is more than an innovative packaging solution company; we go above and beyond, striving to add exceptional value to our products and customer requests. We supply a diverse range of products across various industries, from food to medical and beyond! To ensure that we not only meet but exceed regulatory and customer requirements, we are seeking a...

  • Senior Quality Assurance and Technical Support Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time

    Job SummaryNetwork Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quality Assurance and Technical Support Manager to lead our QA and support teams. This is an exciting opportunity to join our organization and contribute to the success of our software development projects.About the RoleThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in software quality...

  • Junior Quality Controller

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Exceed Recruitment and Human Resource Consultants Full time

    **Reference**: 8988 AV **Consultant**: Anneke Viviers Wine Analysis and sign offs. Manage approvals for deviations on wine and packaging. Ensure wine QC releases. Assist and do internal audits. Responsible for GMP audits Ensure accurate traceability of all additives and chemicals to ensure compliance to standards Management of external...

  • Quality and Technical Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, South Africa Zeminwe Full time

    **Key Responsibilities**: Standards Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with established food safety and quality standards, including Global GAP and BRCGS. Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. Research and Analysis: Stay updated with the latest developments in food...

  • Food Technology and Quality Manager

    5 months ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Finovate Full time

    **FOOD TECHNOLOGY & QUALITY MANAGER** Our client, based in **the Cape Wineland area**, is in the **food production industry** and they are looking to hire a **Food Technology and Quality Manager **to** **join their team as soon as possible. **Overall job description** **Technical requirements** - Degree and 10-15 years of experience in Food Science or...

  • Safety and Environmental Quality Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Lotus HR and Recruitment Full time

    Lotus HR and Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Safety and Environmental Quality Professional to join our client, a multinational FMCG manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have a background in the Food and packaging manufacturing sector, with specialization in HACCP and BRC compliance.Key Responsibilities:Manage HACCP, GMP, and BRC compliance...

  • Software Quality Assurance and Support Team Lead

    4 weeks ago

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time

    Key Responsibilities:As a Software Quality Assurance and Support Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring the QA and support teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. You will develop and implement QA strategies, processes, and best practices to ensure product quality. You will oversee testing efforts,...