Quality Assurance Coordinator

SUMMARY:
Quality Assurance Coordinator Food production

POSITION INFO:
About Cape Olive Products Cape Olive Products is an established olive farming and processing business based in the Western Cape. We specialise in producing and packing high-quality table olives, olive oil, pickled onions and fermented jalapeños. Position: Quality Assurance Co-ordinator Location: Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa Employment Type: Permanent, full-time Reporting To: Quality & Food Safety Manager Key Responsibilities Monitor, update and enforce quality control procedures across production and packing lines. Conduct routine inspections, sampling and testing of raw materials, in-process products and finished goods. Maintain HACCP, food safety and quality management system documentation. Investigate non-conformances, deviations and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions as required. Liaise with suppliers regarding incoming raw material quality and specifications. Support internal, customer and certification body audits. Train and guide production and packing staff on quality, hygiene and food safety standards. Maintain accurate, audit-ready quality records and reports. Maintain and support the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) system. Serve as a member of the Health and Safety Committee, including preparing and distributing minutes. Candidate Profile Minimum education: Grade 12 (Matric) is essential. 3-5 years' practical experience in a quality assurance or food safety role within a food production or processing environment is required. A formal qualification in Food Technology, Quality Management or a related discipline is advantageous; however, strong practical experience will be equally valued. Sound working knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards such as ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000. Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping skills. Professional communication abilities, with confidence in liaising with suppliers, clients and colleagues. Strong computer literacy. Own reliable transport. Willingness to work flexible hours during harvest and peak packing seasons.