Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Quality department.
We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a QFSE Manager role, which is based in Premier Place. The successful candidate will report directly to the Manufacturing Manager.

Key Purpose Statement 

To manage the total Quality, Food Safety and Environmental function, in the relevant plant, to ensure compliance to applicable standards, procedures and regulatory requirements to deliver quality product to consumers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

mplement and Manage the Quality Business Plan for the Plant 

• Implement the Annual Business Plan (ABP), and drive, monitor and report on QFSE goals for the plant.
• Develop plans for Laboratory Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) requirements and ensure the execution thereof.
• Report on KPI’s aligned with internal Management, CCBA and The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC), including all Quality, Environmental and Sustainability parameters such as water usage, energy usage, plant waste and recycling.
• Adapt CCBA, and relevant, Quality standards, protocols, and procedures for the plant.
• Provide support to the Manufacturing & Technical (M&T) and Logistics teams at plant level to deliver quality products to consumers.
• Continuous Improvement of QFSE Management 
  • Conduct loss and waste analyses and drive continuous improvement programs to ensure appropriate quality process capability.
  • Ensure the implantation of Statistical Process controls and capability to improve product and package quality.
  • Facilitate technical problem-solving regarding quality issues and manage trade and consumer complaints.
  • Ensure that improvement processes are in place to improve water and energy usage as well as waste and recycling.
  • Ensure QFSE problem solving capability for all site teams.
• Skills, Experience & Education
• Qualifications and Experience
  • A relevant Bachelor of Science degree.
  • ISO 9000, ISO 14000, FSSC 22000 and HACCP training certificate.
  • A master’s degree in science (BSc) or a Food Sciences Total Quality Management qualification would be an added advantage.
  • A minimum of 5-8 years working experience in Quality role within the food industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

  Knowledge 

  • Knowledge of Quality, Food Safety and Environmental systems (i.e., ISO 9000, ISO 14000, FSSC 22000, HACCP).
  • Good knowledge of Quality Management and Environmental systems aligned with ISO, KORE principals.
  • Sound understanding of applicable Quality, Food Safety and Environmental legislation.