Job Description

Introduction to the VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.
Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.
This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.
Our purpose
Touch lives - for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in people's lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.
Values
We live by five important values:
We are HUMBLE
We acknowledge that we are blessed
We are HUNGRY
We do not settle for mediocre
We are BOLD
We do what is right, even if it scares us
We are SMART
We consider our words and actions
We are TEAM PLAYERS
No-one can do this alone
Our legacy
For the Love of the Land: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability and progress.
More about Qpro Feeds
QPro Feeds is a dynamic Animal Feed Manufacturing business with production facilities in both Bethlehem and Vrede. We are responsible for producing animal feed to in-house clients as well as external clients in the monogastric and ruminant fields.

The ideal team player will be responsible for the quality assurance of the raw materials as well as final products produced by Qpro Feeds. Good Manufacturing Practices as well as ISO System Management will form an integral part of this role whilst ensuring that the laboratory is a world-class testing facility.
Requirements

• National Diploma in Animal Nutrition required.
• Min 3-5 years related experience in animal feed / factory environment.
• Knowledge required:

• Quality processes within production environment, product and raw materials.
• Handling of test and measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of the South African Act of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations 85, 1993.
• Knowledge of SABS ISO: 9001-2008 standards, GMP and AFMA code and Act 36.
• Computer literate (Excel - Intermediate required, Word and email)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Check NIR analysis of all incoming raw materials and finished goods daily.
• Control of urease analysis of full-fat and soybean oil cake, record result on data basis - each load received to be tested.
• Collect all NIR data and plot on graphs weekly. Compare NIR data to Wet Chem analysis to determine any variation in raw material / finished product quality - report to management when there are deviations.
• Control of the following: Sieve and Fraction tests, Density, visual raw material and finished product samples. Rejected product batches and reworked product.
• Control of test and measurement equipment matrix to ensure everyone is always up to standard and specifications. Calibration certificates are recorded (6 monthly or as and when required) - expired stock, available stock etc.
• FP Moisture monitoring on daily basis.
• Where information is not completed, provide reasons for non-compliance.
• Daily monitoring of accuracy of Fat coating process.
• Checking preparation and sending of RM & FP samples to specific Institutions for verification of inclusion %.
• Taking samples for Salmonella (truck registration, compartment where tested) & cfu monitoring, supervision of Dusting in all relevant areas (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays).
• Monitoring of bunkers to identify when quality will be at stake.
• Submitting Wetchem schedule samples & outlier feed samples for verification - Notify, keep submissions & results on file for reference purposes.
• Check standard and cleanliness of Laboratory and maintaining good 20Keys score.
• Measuring performance, do job observations every month.
• Management and coordination of weekly / monthly meetings to handle all quality & personnel issues.
• Schedule service and calibration for measurement equipment as required.
• Coordination of internal and external training for Laboratory Operators.
• Overseeing the taking of accurate samples for testing to prevent unnecessary costs.
• Adherence to lab expense budget in terms of Wetchem submissions and lab equipment.
• Control and coordinate the laboratory functions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and records in a neat and orderly manner according to established standards and procedures.
• Ensure that the LAB data base is up to date.
• Bi-Monthly audits in accordance with ISO and AFMA Standards.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and work instructions pertaining to quality and food safety.
• To liaise with manager on an ongoing basis to ensure the quality of services and products.
• To train, mentor and coach all relevant employees to maintain standards, practices and processes.
• Report on Feed Additive inclusion via scheduled analysis to ensure quality of finished products.
• Reporting on quality trends and data capturing.
• Assist in the logging, investigation and closure of Customer complaint and NCRs

Skills Required

• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving
• Ability to provide clear direction
• Planning and scheduling
• Strong analytical ability
• Personal Resilience
• Excellent communication skills - spoken and written
• Ability to work and lead a team

Skills Required