6 Food Processing jobs in Durban

Reference No: V-0146

Organization’s Description:
Raw material suppliers to the food, beverage, industrial cleaning and cosmetic industries. We have an R&D lab and blending facilities. We are FSA compliant and distributors of IFF flavours and fragrances.

Job Description:
This position is responsible for implementing, managing and maintaining quality and food safety systems for the business in accordance with company policies, FSA certification, procedures and checklists to enhance long term business performance

Minimum Qualifications:
Degree or diploma in Food Science or similar
Minimum 3 years in Quality Assurance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
Experience in Health & Safety preferable
FSA experience
HACCP

Key Personal Characteristics:
Able to work under pressure, and multi-task
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Available from:
2025/08/01

The Location/Province/Area where the Vacancy is
Pinetown KZN

Contract Type:
Full Time

Reference No: V-0146

Reference No: V-0146

Organization’s Description:
Raw material suppliers to the food, beverage, industrial cleaning and cosmetic industries. We have an R&D lab and blending facilities. We are FSA compliant and distributors of IFF flavours and fragrances.

Job Description:
This position is responsible for implementing, managing and maintaining quality and food safety systems for the business in accordance with company policies, FSA certification, procedures and checklists to enhance long term business performance

Minimum Qualifications:
Degree or diploma in Food Science or similar
Minimum 3 years in Quality Assurance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
Experience in Health & Safety preferable
FSA experience
HACCP

Key Personal Characteristics:
Able to work under pressure, and multi-task
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Available from:
2025/08/01

The Location/Province/Area where the Vacancy is
Pinetown KZN

Contract Type:
Full Time

Reference No: V-0146

• Carry out and oversee quality inspections during all production stages
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements
• Collaborate with production teams to address and resolve quality issues
• Train and mentor junior Quality Control staff
• Maintain accurate quality records and inspection reports
• Identify trends and support quality improvement initiatives
• Provide hands-on support on the shop floor
• Liaise with other departments to ensure consistent quality practices
• Investigate root causes of defects and recommend corrective actions
• Monitor production processes for adherence to quality protocols
• Participate in internal and external quality audits
• Assist in updating and developing quality control procedures
• Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Support the development and implementation of new quality initiatives
• Communicate quality expectations to the wider team

• Relevant qualification in quality management or related field
• Minimum 3 years experience in quality control, preferably in furniture or manufacturing
• Experience with leather and fabric upholstery (advantageous)
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and procedures

• Must have his own transport.
• Will be based in Dube Tradeport, KZN
• Overtime & standby will be required
• Work is shift work - 12 hour shifts both day and night on rotation
• High quality working environment

• Matric maths HG pass
• Minimum 3 years experience in quality control (not industry specific)
• Microsoft Excel & Work proficiency
• Preferred Experience:
• Rapid Global Risk software proficiency
• Syspro experience
• Ritescan scanning experience

• Of strong character, not to be intimidated by other department members
• Pass eye test, which will include test for colour blindness
• Confident and able to make decisions
• Strong team player (cohesive, approachable, good at communicating)
• High attention to detail
• Able to handle a physical job, i.e. climbing ladders, picking up boxes, spend a lot of time on your feet
• Able to work under pressure, be able to solve problems and adapt when necessary
• Good written and verbal articulation ability
• Able and willing to work long hours
• Willing to participate in stock takes
• Strong ability to adhere to systems and procedure

• Controlling and issuing labels to jobs
• Issuing signed standards to jobs and controlling signed standard room
• Constand updating of signed standards (signed by the QC manager)
• Ensuring QC boards are attached to each machine for each job change
• Verifying correct material is issued to jobs
• Scanning completed jobs out of WIP
• Monitoring Operations-process control, factory floor, qc station.
• Reporting incidents on Rapid software.
• Packing list to be put up- (new boards to be designed)
• Tensile/torque testing.
• Ensure manufactured stock meets mandated quality standards per company policy Eliminate production delays due to poor quality of bought in stock or work in progress stock
• Always maintain quality control SOP and AQL control document online checks required
• Have an intimate knowledge of Company product and what constitutes good quality
• Supply product that meets quality standards as agreed with the customers
• Engage with other team members cohesively, so that quality becomes a team responsibility, and all understand they are responsible for delivery thereof
• Complete required training on time and in a manner that allows you to affect what you have learnt in your daily duties
• Use all software mandated by the Company
• Always act in a manner that is aligned with company duties

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Quality Control System Engineer to oversee and maintain the Quality Control Systems (QCS), Headbox Control Systems, Calendar Control Systems, CD and MD Control Systems for Sappi Mills in compliance with engineering standards whilst implementing best practices, optimize processes, and benchmark against international operations for continuous improvement.

As a Senior Quality Control System Engineer , you will be responsible to:

• Develop QCS maintenance best practice systems, schedules, resource allocation, and budgets to meet production and QCS performance targets, aligning with the regional maintenance strategy and international standards.
• Provide input into determining production targets, including shrinkage, standard deviation, and final product quality, benchmarking against international practices for competitiveness.

• Maintain effective communication of Data and BUS Links between QCS, Distributive Control Systems (DCS), and Programmable Logical Systems (PLC) based on international standards.

• Prioritize and motivate capital expenditure projects for new equipment, technology, or upgrades, ensuring alignment with international best practices.
• Review the performance of all control loops and make improvements as necessary, benchmarking against international benchmarks on a continuous basis
• Maintain a safe working environment for the QCS Engineering team, adhering to the Sappi SHEQ system and international safety standards.
• Monitor compliance with ISO Standards, benchmarking against global quality standards for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate QCS duties and standby duties on all Sappi sites, prioritizing based on the nature of the breakdown and benchmarking against international response times.
• Manage QCS Department T&A, incorporating best practices for efficient workforce management

What are we looking for?

• Recognized Engineering Degree or Diploma (NQF7) e.g., BSc/B Tech/NHD Elect Eng. (LC).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience with Quality Control System Engineering and at least 5 years supervisory experience
• DCS, PLC, and IT experience essential.
• Minimum 10 yearsexperience within Pulp and Paper industry
• Extensive knowledge of Network Platform software and hardware, Smart Platform software and hardware

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role)
• Market leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits