Job Description

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Immediate Superior: Deon Boshoff


Location: Stellenbosch

Type of Contract: Permanent

Reference Number:140896



Closing Date: 25/07/2025



Applications are invited for the abovementioned position based in Supply Chain, JC Le Roux, Stellenbosch.


The successful applicant will report to the Operations Manager



Key Performance Indicators would include, but are not limited to:


Maintain comprehensive quality control / assurance programme for the Intrinsic & Extrinsic laboratory. Manage and coordinate the routine Laboratory activities Manage the Quality FTR of the Site. Manage test equipment to ensure on-time calibration and maintenance Maintains Supplier Management Program for the laboratory Responsible for Training of personnel on Quality Control measures and GLP principles Report all non-conforming issues intrinsically and extrinsically to the correct stakeholders Ensure a comprehensive and complaint Quality Management and Food Safety System is maintained by all personnel Maintain SANS 1841 Compliance and personnel training requirements Actively participates in internal and external Audits Assist with new products and or material implementation Plan all work through the Laboratory to ensure approvals are coordinated with production outputs. Manage and Maintain Lab Star System requirements in Laboratory environment Drive and execute Capex projects Maintain OPEX expenditure Lead participation in relevant TPM activities

The successful candidate must preferably have the following experience / skills


Diploma/Degree in Food Technology; Microbiology or equivalent 1-3 years relevant experience in a Food and Beverage environment Sound knowledge of ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, ISO45001, ISO14001, HACCP, ISO 17025 Computer literate with MS Excel, MS Office, Power Point, SAP, LIMS Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential. Strong planning and organizing skills. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Have proven verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively under pressure Must have transport to travel from and to work Must be able to work overtime from time to time when necessary

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.