Job Description

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Quality Assurance department. We are looking for talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Quality Assurance Technologist, which is based in Elgin. The successful candidate will report directly to the Senior Lab Quality Assurance Technologist. Key Pupose: To develop, implement, communicate and maintain a quality plan to ensure adherence to Quality standards for the Supply Chain. To manage and maintain the designated quality systems and standards and to support and assist customers in addressing and managing quality systems, process and product related issues in order to improve overall performance in quality and productivity.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Laboratory and In-Line Quality Control

• Conduct analytical, chemical, physical, and microbiological testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Perform quality checks on production lines (Brix, CO2, torque, fill height, appearance, etc.).
• Ensure adherence to the Coca-Cola Operating Requirements and product specifications.

Process Monitoring and Product Release

• Monitor key process parameters and perform real-time interventions where deviations are observed.
• Verify that corrective actions are implemented and effective before product release.
• Approve or reject product batches based on quality results.

Data Management and Reporting

• Record test results accurately and timeously in laboratory systems and quality logs.
• Compile and analyse quality trend reports and escalate anomalies.
• Maintain sample retention and traceability documentation.

Quality Incident Management

• Assist in investigating product and process non-conformances, consumer complaints, or foreign matter incidents.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.

Calibration and Equipment Maintenance

• Ensure laboratory instruments are maintained, calibrated, and used in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform routine checks and liaise with equipment service providers when necessary.

Systems and Standards Compliance

• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hygiene, and housekeeping compliance.
• Support quality system implementation and maintenance (SOPs, work instructions, records).

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

• Minimum: Diploma in Food Technology, National Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry, or Microbiology
• Preferred: BTech or BSc in Food Science, Chemistry, or related discipline
• HACCP and ISO/FSSC certifications are advantageous

Experience

• 1-3 years' experience in a quality assurance or laboratory environment in the FMCG or beverage industry
• Experience in in-process and final product testing
• Exposure to quality management systems (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000)
• Experience working in a certified food safety and manufacturing environment

Skills

• Proficiency in laboratory testing (chemical, physical, and microbiological techniques)
• Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety principles
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and quality standards
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (NRCS, SABS)
• Accurate data recording, reporting, and statistical trend analysis
• Familiarity with ERP or QMS platforms advantageous
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Attention to detail, teamwork, and critical thinking skills

Policy
At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa we are proud to celebrate diversity and we strive to achieve an equal opportunity workplace by being cognisant of affirmative action requirements. It is our policy to be mindful and compliant with all our regional requirements and national laws for those regions. Employment at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to their field of competence. We do not discriminate against an employee or potential employees because race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and gender identity.
At the heart of our recruitment processes is the need to create a value driven experience for all applicants. To all recruitment agencies: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa does not accept agency resumes for roles that we post and make available. Please do not forward any resumes to any Coca-Cola Beverages Africa employees and Talent Teams as we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.