Graduate in Training – Food Science / Quality Managemen

apartmentFlink Recruitment placeJohannesburg calendar_month 
Location: Gauteng

Employment Type: Full-Time | Graduate Programme

Launch Your Career in the Food Industry
Are you a recent Food Science, Food Technology or Quality Management graduate

looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience?

We are seeking a motivated Graduate to join our Quality and Operations team. This role

offers practical exposure to food safety, quality assurance, production processes, compliance, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced food manufacturing and
distribution environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who want to develop their technical
knowledge, gain valuable industry experience, and build a long-term career within the

food sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with quality assurance and quality control activities.
  • Conduct product inspections and quality assessments.
  • Support food safety and compliance initiatives.
  • Monitor and maintain quality standards throughout the production process.
  • Assist with internal audits and corrective action processes.
  • Compile quality reports and analyse data trends.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects.
  • Assist with product traceability and documentation.
  • Support customer and supplier quality requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards and company procedures.

Learning Opportunities

Successful candidates will gain exposure to:
  • HACCP and Food Safety Management Systems
  • Quality Assurance and Quality Control Processes
  • Food Manufacturing and Production Operations
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Internal Auditing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Retail and Customer Standards
  • Supplier Quality Management
  • Continuous Improvement Methodologies
  • Food Safety and Quality Reporting
Minimum Requirements
  • BSc Degree in Food Science
  • Degree or Diploma in Food Technology
  • Degree or Diploma in Quality Management
  • Consumer Science (Food Specialisation)
  • Recent graduate or final-year student awaiting results
Skills and Attributes
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn
  • Good organisational and administrative skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment

Advantageous

Exposure to any of the following would be beneficial:
  • HACCP
  • ISO 22000
  • FSSC 22000
  • Food Safety Auditing
  • Quality Systems
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Fresh Produce or Food Manufacturing Environments
What We Offer
  • Structured on-the-job training
  • Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
  • Exposure to multiple business functions
  • Professional development opportunities
  • A platform to build a successful career within the food industry
This opportunity is ideal for graduates who are passionate about food quality, food
safety, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful contribution within a

growing organisation

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