Graduate in Training â Food Science / Quality Managemen
Flink Recruitment Johannesburg
Location: Gauteng
Are you a recent Food Science, Food Technology or Quality Management graduate
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
safety, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful contribution within a
Employment Type: Full-Time | Graduate Programme
Launch Your Career in the Food IndustryAre 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 anddistribution 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
safety, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful contribution within a
growing organisation
Pronto Labour TeamJohannesburg
QUALITY CONTROLLER with Meat Processing (Red Meat) or Abattoir Industry experience - NON-NEGOTIABLE
• Experience in QUALITY CONTROL or FOOD SAFETY SYSTEMS
• FamilIar with HACCP & ISSO Standards
• Diploma/Degree in:
• Meat Technology
• Food Science...
Objective PersonnelRoodepoort, 18 km from Johannesburg
Qualification
• Bachelor of Science Degree or Diploma in Food Science or Food Technology
Requirements
• Minimum 1 year laboratory experience preferably from beverage or liquid food industry...
Professional Career ServicesJohannesburg
activity
• Customer training
Qualifications
• BSC in Food Science/B-Tech in Food Technology
• 5-6 Years Technical Sales experience within the FOOD INDUSTRY
Skills
• Must be willing to travel extensively within South Africa
• Valid drivers license...