Job Description

Requisition ID 49229
Position Type FT Permanent
Recruiter #LI-TS1
Posting Type LI

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the Role:

The QC Analyst is responsible to ensure that the product manufactured & purchased meets standard specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of taste panels
• Collect samples from the chute and log samples into system & relevant trackers
• Prepare samples according to method, prepare taste panel sheets and set up panels
• Capture taste panel results on the System
• Keep a retention sample of each batch and ensure system is updated with location
• Conduct analytical testing as per system for each item
• Conduct calibration and verification of lab equipment
• Ensure Good Laboratory Practices are followed
• Approve items as soon as results are available
• Inspection of sieve tailings and magnet tailings
• Capture results on system and address with Operations team
• Sending pre-shipment samples to customer when required
• Prepare samples for Micro and other external lab test required
• Capture sample submission forms according to tests required on SAP
• Clear communication on material out of spec and ensure handover between shifts are done accordingly
• Conduct internal audits
• Daily GMP factory checks
• Replenishment of standards
• Updating R&D stdxe2x80x99s with approved production batches
• Dispensing, labelling and informing Q.C
• Detailed reporting on all trackers or systems available
• Monitoring batches in 09 Status
• NCR Raising and closing
• Monitoring blending of batches when required

Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
• Problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Pro-active
• Systematic
• Ability to work independently
• Deadline drive

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Matric, with completed Diploma or Degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a QC Analyst, preferably within a food manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Food Safety, HACCP & GMP
• Computer skills
• Internal audit experience is advantageous

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a xe2x80x9cstarter kit,xe2x80x9d investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.