Quality Control Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client in Stellenbosch is looking for a Quality Control Manager.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the running of our Laboratory, headed by the Lab Supervisor as well as the Production Line Quality Control, headed by the QC Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quality Control / Assurance

• Develops and maintains systems to establish standards relating to activities and products
• Develops and maintains systems to measure performance against established standards
• Monitors performance in all areas according to agreed standards and takes necessary action to communicate/advise/assist according to performance levels
• Ensures tests methods and activities are aligned with wine industry standards and practices
• Assists with new product introduction                                   

Quality Management System

• Manages the strategic implementation of BRC, IFS, IPW Certification                                  
• Ensures annual surveillance and re-certification audits are carried out
• Establishes and implements necessary communication strategy for the improvement and awareness of quality issues across all departments
• Ensures that all non-conformances and corrective actions are completed and logged
• Ensures that all work instructions, operating procedures are current and complied with

Laboratory Research and Development    

• Supports and guides Laboratory staff with regards to new product developments and techniques       
• Participates actively in all new developments of Wine Making and Bottling.
• Consults with raw material suppliers and stays abreast of new product offerings, developments and costs 
• Matches resources to the technical requirements and capacity.                                 
• Evaluates manufacturing process continuously, optimizing existing and catering for new technologies
• Integrates new wine and bottling processing developments into new manufacturing technologies       

People Management

• Supports, grows and guides staff in a strategic capacity
• Ensures effective communication between management and QC staff and production personnel
• Manages staff according to company standards, policies and procedures
• Conducts performance appraisals and reviews and recruits staff when necessary
• Identifies training needs and contributes to the development of individuals in conjunction with the Human Resources Consultant by initiating training and development programs

Health, Hygiene and Safety  

• Acts as the responsible person in terms of the OHS Act and ensures compliance with statutory legislation and that all company policies and procedures are compliant with the OHS Act
• Promotes a healthy and safe environment by contributing to the ongoing improvement of safety awareness and practices
• Ensures production processes are monitored and changes are initiated in accordance with the company’s Hygiene Management System and Procedures
• Ensures housekeeping is kept in order and meets required standards

REQUIREMENTS:

• Sound Management and People Skills 
• Strategic understanding of Wine Making Processes
• Analytical skills
• Knowledge of product development techniques
• Thorough knowledge of quality control/assurance practices
• Knowledge of BRC, IFS, IPW
• Certification maintenance and principles        
• Minimum 5 years in Quality Assurance and previous Laboratory experience
• Relevant Chemistry Degree or equivalent diploma in Wine Making

SALARY:

Negotiable, depending on experience (plus 13^th cheque) plus monthly performance bonuses

Please use the following reference number in the subject line of your email:  CR428 when applying for this position. Please submit your CV in Word Format to --------Please upload your CV here--------.  Kindly consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive feedback within 1 week.

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