2,029 Qa Technician jobs in South Africa
QA Technician / Hygienist
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Our client is in Food Manufacturing based in Pinetown. They are looking for a QA Technician / Hygienist to join their team
The successful candidate will be instrumental in upholding stringent quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and supporting the delivery of high quality products.
This role is critical to maintaining their commitment to excellence in quality assurance and food safety.
The QA Technician / Hygienist will report directly to the Quality and Food Safety Manager and will be responsible for conducting monitoring compliance, hygienist and managing documentation to support organisational objectives.
Minimum Requirements- Grade 12.
- Diploma or Degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Bsc in Microbiolgy or any other
- 0-2 years of experience in similar position Or Without Qualifications 3 Years of
- experience in similar position (RPL).
- Training in HACCP, GMP, and internal auditing is often a requirement.
- Leading and motivating hygiene teams, (including Pest Control and Cleaning Service Providers) ensuring staff are adequately trained and equipped to perform their duties effectively and safely. This role covers the entire company operations
- Leading or overseeing microbiological testing to identify pathogens and assess the effectiveness of hygiene measures.
- Regularly inspecting areas, equipment, and processes to ensure adherence to hygiene standards, addressing any lapses promptly and consistently.
- Ensuring food safety by controlling hygiene in food processing areas, monitoring food handling practices, and preventing cross-contamination.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment in Food production facilities, preventing food-acquired contaminations, and promoting hand hygiene across the Factory Plant.
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in public areas, such as restrooms, canteen facilities, and ablutions to protect employees and ultimately prevent cross contamination into production areas.
- Working closely with the respective parties creating strategies and addressing specific issues.
- Providing training to staff, promoting awareness of best practices, and fostering a culture of hygiene, quality and food safety within the organisation.
- Identifying potential hazards related to your role and implementing control measures to mitigate potential risks.
- Ensuring that practices and procedures comply with relevant regulations and guidelines within your scope.
- Maintaining accurate records of inspections, audits, and any corrective actions taken.
- Working with other teams and departments to integrate practices or actions into overall operations and communicate the related information effectively.
- Identifying opportunities to improve current practices and implement strategies to enhance both.
- Non-Conformance generation, reporting and close-out
- Any adhoc duties
QA Technician / Hygienist
Posted 3 days ago
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Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12.
- Diploma or Degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Bsc in Microbiology or any other
- 0-2 years of experience in similar position Or Without Qualifications 3 Years of
- experience in similar position (RPL).
- Training in HACCP, GMP, and internal auditing is often a requirement.
- Leading and motivating hygiene teams, (including Pest Control and Cleaning Service Providers) ensuring staff are adequately trained and equipped to perform their duties effectively and safely. This role covers the entire company operations
- Leading or overseeing microbiological testing to identify pathogens and assess the effectiveness of hygiene measures.
- Regularly inspecting areas, equipment, and processes to ensure adherence to hygiene standards, addressing any lapses promptly and consistently.
- Ensuring food safety by controlling hygiene in food processing areas, monitoring food handling practices, and preventing cross-contamination.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment in Food production facilities, preventing food-acquired contaminations, and promoting hand hygiene across the Factory Plant.
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in public areas, such as restrooms, canteen facilities, and ablutions to protect employees and ultimately prevent cross contamination into production areas.
- Working closely with the respective parties creating strategies and addressing specific issues.
- Providing training to staff, promoting awareness of best practices, and fostering a culture of hygiene, quality and food safety within the organisation.
- Identifying potential hazards related to your role and implementing control measures to mitigate potential risks.
- Ensuring that practices and procedures comply with relevant regulations and guidelines within your scope.
- Maintaining accurate records of inspections, audits, and any corrective actions taken.
- Working with other teams and departments to integrate practices or actions into overall operations and communicate the related information effectively.
- Identifying opportunities to improve current practices and implement strategies to enhance both.
- Non-Conformance generation, reporting and close-out
- Any adhoc duties
QA Technician/ Hygienist
Posted 19 days ago
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- Grade 12.
- Diploma or Degree in Food Science/ Food Technology/ Bsc in Microbiolgy or any other
- 0-2 years of experience in similar position Or Without Qualifications 3 Years of
- experience in similar position (RPL).
- Training in HACCP, GMP, and internal auditing is often a requirement.
- Leading and motivating hygiene teams, (including Pest Control and Cleaning Service
- Providers) ensuring staff are adequately trained and equipped to perform their duties
- effectively and safely. This role covers the entire company operations
- Leading or overseeing microbiological testing to identify pathogens and assess the effectiveness of hygiene measures.
- Regularly inspecting areas, equipment, and processes to ensure adherence to hygiene standards, addressing any lapses promptly and consistently.
- Ensuring food safety by controlling hygiene in food processing areas, monitoring food handling practices, and preventing cross-contamination.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment in Food production facilities, preventing food-acquired contaminations, and promoting hand hygiene across the Factory Plant.
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in public areas, such as restrooms, canteen facilities, and ablutions to protect employees and ultimately prevent cross contamination into production areas.
- Working closely with the respective parties creating strategies and addressing specific issues.
- Providing training to staff, promoting awareness of best practices, and fostering a culture of hygiene, quality and food safety within the organisation.
- - Identifying potential hazards related to your role and implementing control measures
- to mitigate potential risks.
- Ensuring that practices and procedures comply with relevant regulations and guidelines within your scope.
- Maintaining accurate records of inspections, audits, and any corrective actions taken.
- Working with other teams and departments to integrate practices or actions into overall operations and communicate the related information effectively.
- Identifying opportunities to improve current practices and implement strategies to enhance both.
- Non-Conformance generation, reporting and close-out
- Any adhoc duties
QA Technician/ Hygienist
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Quality Control
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We're Hiring: Quality Control (QC) Consultant
Location:
Johannesburg (Hybrid options available)
Salary:
R16,500 basic (p/m) + incentives
Closing Date:
08 September 2025
At
IPS Health & Wellness
, we're looking for a detail-driven
Quality Control Consultant
to join our dynamic QC team. This is
not a lab or product QC role
– instead, you'll be at the heart of ensuring our customer interactions are professional, compliant, and aligned with our standards.
What you'll do:
- Listen to and analyse call recordings across Sales, Client Care, Lead Generation, and Retentions.
- Provide constructive feedback to consultants and managers to drive performance.
- Verify and enhance QC notes with insights that capture the consultant's perspective.
- Recommend improvements to scripts, compliance adherence, and overall customer experience.
What we're looking for:
- A
Bachelor's degree (3 years minimum)
. - Strong communication skills in
English and Afrikaans
(other languages are a plus). - Someone who is objective, trustworthy, and discreet.
- Analytical thinker with a sharp eye for detail.
- Comfortable with call monitoring and quality assurance tools.
- Organised, innovative, and able to work independently and in a team.
- Knowledge of call centre operations and compliance requirements.
Why join us?
- Work 08:00 – 16:30 with
flexitime
available after probation (3 months). - Remote work
opportunities based on performance. - A supportive, growing environment where your feedback directly impacts the customer journey.
- Employment equity principles apply – we strongly encourage applications from designated groups and candidates with disabilities.
Quality Control
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We are seeking a Quality Control Lead with expertise in microbiology, environmental monitoring, and biological testing. The role oversees laboratory operations, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and drives continuous improvement in microbiological quality systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead QC microbiology operations, including sterility testing, microbial identification, and bioburden analysis.
- Oversee environmental monitoring programs for cleanrooms, utilities, and controlled areas.
- Ensure adherence to GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, WHO, SAHPRA).
- Review and approve test results, protocols, deviations, and CAPAs.
- Train and mentor microbiology analysts, ensuring technical competency and compliance.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, QA, and regulatory teams to support product release and investigations.
- Drive improvements in laboratory practices, data integrity, and contamination control strategies.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences field.
- 6+ years' experience in pharmaceutical microbiology or biological QC testing, with at least 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, environmental monitoring programs, aseptic techniques, and cleanroom standards.
- Experience with microbial identification systems (e.g., MALDI-TOF, PCR-based methods).
- Proven ability to manage teams, audits, and cross-functional projects.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Preferred:
- Master's degree in Microbiology or related field.
- Experience with vaccines, biologics, or sterile drug product manufacturing.
- Prior involvement in regulatory inspections.
Quality Control
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Job Title: Quality Control (QC) Analyst
Location: Cape Town, Ndabeni
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
Barrs Pharmaceutical Industries (Pty) Ltd is seeking a skilled and experienced Quality Control Analyst to join our Quality team. This role is key in ensuring the highest quality standards for our raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct raw material, in-process, stability, and finished product testing.
- Perform analytical and microbiological testing in compliance with SOPs and GMP standards.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including HPLC, density meter, pH meter, potentiometer, Karl Fischer, conductivity meter, and other analytical instruments.
- Prepare, record, and interpret test results accurately and on time.
- Support continuous improvement in QC processes and maintain laboratory documentation.
- Assist in investigations, deviations, and reporting as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Tertiary qualification in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology or a related field.
- 3–4 years' experience as a QC Analyst in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
- Hands-on experience with raw material testing, analytical chemistry, microbiology, and stability testing.
- Proficiency in operating HPLC and other key analytical equipment.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, and regulatory compliance.
Key Competencies:
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and supporting documents to
Closing date: 19 September 2025
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after the closing date of applications, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Quality Control Manager
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Our client is a major force in the furniture manufacturing sector, known for exceptional craftsmanship and consistent innovation. The organization values quality and continuous improvement, maintaining robust production operations. They provide a professional setting focused on development and excellence.
Responsibilities- 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
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
R18 000 - R20 000 Cost to Company
#J-18808-LjbffrQuality Control Supervisor
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Location: Loper Ave, Isando
OverviewThe Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all manufactured products conform to the company's quality, safety, and reliability standards. This includes implementing quality control systems, conducting inspections, leading the QC team, and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities Quality Control Planning & Inspection- Develop and implement quality control procedures and protocols in line with company and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of processes, products, and raw materials.
- Perform product testing, data capture, analysis, and statistical control.
- Document non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Qualify measuring equipment and ensure correct application of tolerance, sampling, and measurement techniques.
- Lead, train, motivate, and manage QC Inspectors, Assistants, and Facilitators.
- Oversee attendance, timesheets, disciplinary compliance, and shift rosters.
- Monitor production output, downtime, deviations, and ensure accurate recording.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching, counselling, and recognition.
- Mentor team members in industrialized measuring techniques and sustainable processes.
- Respond to customer inquiries related to product quality.
- Investigate and resolve quality-related complaints in collaboration with sales and production teams.
- Ensure daily shift handovers are conducted effectively.
- Oversee reporting on audits, inspections, deviations, and corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and housekeeping standards in all QC areas.
- Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.
- Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS).
- Stay updated with regulatory changes, industry standards, and technological advancements.
- Drive improvements in QC processes, systems, and team performance.
- Serve as a role model by promoting company values, professionalism, and best practices.
- Education: Matric (Grade 12).
- Tertiary: NQF 4 Supervisory Management Qualification & Certificate in Quality Control.
- Experience: Minimum 8 years experience in the manufacturing industry, with proven leadership in quality control.
- Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and raw materials.
- Solid understanding of quality systems and certifications.
- Excellent people management, conflict management, and diversity management skills.
- Strong administrative and reporting capabilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to make sound business-aligned decisions in operational environments.
Quality Control Supervisor
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The Home Admissions Advisor will manage the sales and marketing processes of the home, ensuring the effective daily operation of the Sales & Marketing Department whilst meeting and exceeding budget targets, filling the home with the agreed client base, and maximizing revenue.
This role involves working within a team and very closely with the General Manager.
You will need to be decisive, self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and adaptable.
Confident and enthusiastic with a desire to excel in all areas, you must possess the ability to prioritize your workload and work under pressure.
The ability to communicate and manage interpersonal relationships, including influencing skills, is essential.
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