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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager

LumeniiCape Town, WC, za
15 days ago
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Job Description

PURPOSE

Do you live and breathe quality, compliance, and continuous improvement ? Are you driven by results, innovation, and leading teams to excellence? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Quality Assurance Manager to take the reins of our QA and QC functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment . You’ll oversee product quality, regulatory compliance, ISO systems, and R&D support, while leading and developing a team of four. This is a role for someone self-motivated , autonomous , and passionate about driving standards that make a real impact.

MAIN OUTCOMES

  • SO 9001 & Compliance : Implement, sustain, and audit the ISO 9001 : 2015 Quality Management System, ensuring certification is maintained and all SOPs are documented and adopted.
  • Product Quality & Regulatory Adherence : Maintain product quality at all stages (
  • R&D & Continuous Improvement : Support a minimum of 5 NPD / R&D projects per year and deliver at least 3 process improvement initiatives, reducing waste, time, and costs.
  • Team Leadership & Development : Mentor, upskill, and guide your QA / QC team to foster high performance, continuous learning, and accountability.
  • Operational Oversight : Oversee quality checks, equipment calibration, hygiene, housekeeping, and health & safety compliance across production lines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement and maintain ISO 9001 : 2015 QMS and company SOPs.
  • Ensure cGMP compliance , regulatory approvals, and proper document control .
  • Lead internal / external audits , non-conformance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in NPD testing and R&D trials , reviewing test data and refining QA processes.
  • Lead the QA / QC team : training, daily meetings, monitoring adherence, and performance reviews.
  • Oversee housekeeping, hygiene, and safety protocols , including MSDS and PPE training.

    • Requirements

    KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science , or related field preferred.
  • ISO 9001 Certification (required); ISO 22000 / HACCP, Lean, Six Sigma advantageous.
  • Ongoing professional development in quality systems and compliance is a plus.
  • 3–5 years’ QA / QC experience in manufacturing, FMCG, chemical, or food & beverage industries .
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 , document control, SOPs, and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience in R&D / NPD support , product testing, audits, and CAPA processes.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a team .

    • Benefits

  • Pension Fund
  • Bonus
  • Risk Benefits
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