BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-
The Quality and Food Safety Manager at RCL Foods is responsible for overseeing food safety and product quality assurance, ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards, and leading the Quality and Food Safety teams. The role requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in Quality and Food Safety management and includes responsibilities such as compliance management, strategy execution, technical expertise, project management, supplier quality assurance, incident reporting, and risk management.
Job Title: Quality and Food Safety Manager Company: RCL Foods
We are seeking a proactive and seasoned Quality and Food Safety Manager to join our Culinary Operating Unit in Randfontein. This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of food safety, compliance, quality, and continuous improvement within our Groceries and Spreads portfolio.
Responsibilities include overseeing food safety and product quality assurance, ensuring adherence to regulatory, quality, and food safety standards. You will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and leading the Quality and Food Safety teams to drive compliance.
Minimum Requirements
A relevant National Diploma or (NQF level 7) Bachelor’s Degree (3 years) is required. A minimum of 6 years of experience in Quality and Food Safety management is mandatory.
Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership, Training & Development
Take ownership and accountability for consistent quality and productivity while effectively communicating task progress and risks. Mentor and coach team members, promote company values, and support training and development initiatives. Conduct performance appraisals, enhance team engagement, and maintain effective communication with all teams.
Compliance Management
Identify and correct deviations in the Business Management System to align with ISO (22000, 9001, 17025) and industry standards. Schedule and conduct audits for various compliance areas, manage external audit processes, lead investigations, and ensure the implementation of corrective actions.
Strategy Execution
Align Quality and Food Safety processes with business objectives, and contribute to cost-saving strategies and policy development.
Technical Expertise
Provide technical, legal, and advisory support to stakeholders, participate in committees, and develop company policies on quality assurance and food safety. Create training materials and policy manuals to ensure effective knowledge transfer.
Project Management
Manage QFS-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives, monitor project phases against deliverables, and resolve any bottlenecks. Analyze project reports and conduct post-evaluation exercises to assess impact and results.
Supplier Quality Assurance/Contractor Management
Oversee supplier compliance and performance.
Incident Reporting & Record Keeping
Maintain accurate records of incidents, ensure timely investigation, implement corrective actions, and conduct reporting.
Risk Management
Implement continuous improvement and risk management through integrated risk management systems (IRMS), maintain certifications, and enhance QFS standards.
Deadline: 23rd October, 2026
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