Lab Supervisor

Job Description

Purpose of the job: Supervise, support and lead quality improvements initiatives on site. Monitor adherence to the quality management system through verification (audits) and the review of the systems. Additionally he/she will be responsible for supporting the development and maintain a quality, food safety and customer-focus culture within the site.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical and rheological tests on samples: Incoming raw material, during production as well as during packaging
• Conduct Daily Quality Control checks: Final packed product
• Ensure accuracy: Control sample Methodology
• Self maintenance
• Ensure safety and cleanliness: Adhere to master cleaning schedule Adhere to safe operating procedures
• Assist in the Maintenance of the Quality Control Systems: Assist in the functional activities of the quality control laboratory and test bakery
• Communicating the quality of daily milled and packed products to HOD and Production
• Managing laboratory staff to ensure effective operation of the laboratory and test bakery at all times
• Plan maintenance and servicing of laboratory and test bakery equipment and machinery, ensure accuracy of equipment and results at all times
• Ensure that all test procedures and methods are properly understood, carried out and evaluated
• Manage timeously collation of results and compilation of reports which will ensure actions taken are effective
• Maintain general standard of housekeeping and safety
• Review work instruction and report any changes required
• Assisting the Management of Premier prerequisite program (PRP) and HACCP through implementation, training, maintenance, verification and review thereof to ensure adherence at all times to all standards and requirement
• Assisting the Manager with departmental functions and having the role of 2IC.
• Audits/Verification: Audits is conducted as required on the QA system Quality inspections is conducted as required Hygiene and pest control inspections is conducted Audit Non-conformances are identified, communicated to HOD’s and actioned Verify actions taken to ensure that it is well implemented and effectiveness thereof

Qualification Requirements

Qualifications: Matric Qualified Food Technologist or Degree in Food Science or Biochemical Degree, or Analytical Chemistry Degree

Experience Requirements

Experience: Min of 3 – 5 years’ experience in FMCG Laboratory 2 Years’ experience in a Supervisory role 2 Years’ experience in the milling industry Computer literacy

Skills and Competencies

Knowledge, skills and abilities): • Accuracy • Calculations • Good interpersonal skills • Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Working Conditions

Other Requirements: Be prepared to work extended hours when required Factory environment – noisy Working hours must be flexible (shift work) • Will be required to work with hazardous substances • Will be required to collect samples from manufacturing areas • Be able to work in noisy/ hot environment