Quality Control / Laboratory Student – 2026 Student Programme

• Completed Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) with Mathematics and Physical Science and/or Life Sciences.
• Currently studying toward or recently completed a relevant Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 57) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Biotechnology or a related quality / laboratory field.
• South African citizen, between 18 and 25 years of age.
• Basic computer literacy and strong attention to detail in recording and reporting quality data

• Previous exposure to a food, beverage or dairy processing environment through vacation work, practicals or in‑service training.
• Any FoodBev SETAaccredited skills programme/learnership in Dairy Processing, Food Laboratory Practices or Food & Beverage Processing at NQF Level 23.
• Tertiary modules or short courses in HACCP, food safety, microbiology or quality management systems (e.g. ISO 22000, FSSC 22000).

• Assist with sampling of raw milk, intermediate products and finished dairy products in line with SOPs and quality plans.
• Perform basic physical, chemical and microbiological tests, capture results accurately and report any out‑of‑specification findings timeously.
• Support factory‑floor quality checks, including hygiene and housekeeping inspections, GMP verification and CCP/CP monitoring in the creamery.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards in the laboratory; apply correct PPE, food‑safety and occupational health procedures at all times.
• Participate in internal training, mentoring, assessments and feedback sessions as part of the structured student development process.

If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful