Job Description

:THE JOB AT A GLANCEYou are a trusted, strategic adviser. You support the implementation and management of quality management systems and HACCP. Manage measuring and testing equipment and processes. You will lead the quality improvement program. Support innovation & change, manage people, culture and linkage.Responsibilities:WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Under the direction of the Category Quality Manager, you implement quality systems
• Ensure adherence and maintenance of QMS administration
• Drive & track quality KPI's
• Coordinate and host external audits
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance to all relevant legal, statutory and internal requirements/standards and validation thereof
• Implement, maintain and test site traceability systems
• Site custodian of all specifications and ensure adherence
• Implement, monitor & review HACCP studies
• Advise on and validate cleaning procedures
• Test incoming raw material and drive compliance to specification
• Oversee laboratory operations and adhere to safety standards
• Decide final disposition for non-conformance product (Product non-conformance management)
• Coordinate and drive site MECP quality pillar
• Lead quality loss reduction project
• Champion quality culture building activities
• Participate in business unit and group community of practices
• Act as Custodian of quality gate keeping (TIP) process

Qualifications:WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLEKey attributes and competencies

• Commercial savviness & business understanding - willingness to deliver as per operational requirement, cost management against set budget
• People expertise - Excellent communication skills written and oral, delegating responsibilities, effective employee relation skills
• Inspirational collaboration - Excellent planning ,organising and execution skills, integrity and credibility

Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualifications in natural science/engineering
• TQM or Quality qualification advantageous (TPM/WCM/Lean)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Manufacturing
• 2 years experience in facilitating leadership teams
• Experience in managing external audits
• Familiarity with project management approaches

#LI-CD1About Us:Tiger Brands is proudly Africa's largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.Being a food company means we're an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that's why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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