Job Title: Supervisor Lab
Company: Premier FMCG
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Department: Quality Control
Reference Number: PRE250701-4
Closing Date: 8 July 2025
Job Type: Permanent
About the Company
Premier FMCG is a leader in the South African fast-moving consumer goods industry, renowned for delivering high-quality products that meet strict food safety and quality standards. With a culture built on performance, accountability, and people development, Premier FMCG offers employees long-term career growth opportunities in a competitive and innovative environment. The company places a strong emphasis on maintaining global quality standards, including ISO/IEC 17025 and FSSC 22000, ensuring product excellence and customer satisfaction.
Role Overview
Premier FMCG is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Supervisor Lab to join the Quality Control team at their East London Mill. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily laboratory operations, ensuring strict compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards, food safety protocols, and quality control procedures. This role requires technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strong understanding of laboratory best practices within the FMCG and milling industry.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise laboratory personnel and trainees, ensuring optimal work distribution
Schedule and balance daily laboratory activities to meet operational requirements
Conduct training on laboratory methods, procedures, and ISO/IEC 17025 compliance
Perform competency assessments to maintain laboratory standards
Ensure all testing complies with ISO/IEC 17025, SANAS guidelines, and internal standard operating procedures
Coordinate internal audits, management reviews, and cross-functional audits
Approve laboratory test results, certificates of analysis (COAs), and product releases
Maintain and control laboratory documentation including SOPs, work instructions, and forms
Monitor laboratory performance through control charts, proficiency testing, and non-conformance logs
Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address testing errors and deviations
Ensure laboratory safety protocols are adhered to and promote a safe working environment
Report laboratory results and any non-conformances to relevant departments promptly
Plan and oversee the maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment to ensure testing accuracy
Represent the laboratory during customer or auditor site visits
Compile timely and accurate reports to support operational decision-making
Support the Food Safety Team Leader as a Deputy, ensuring continuity of the Food Safety Management System
Assist the Manager with departmental leadership, acting as second-in-charge when required
Facilitate compliance with FSSC 22000 by providing training, validation, and verification of control measures
Qualification Requirements
Matric (Grade 12)
Qualified Food Technologist, or a Degree in Food Science or Analytical Chemistry
ISO/IEC 17025 Implementation Training
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ laboratory experience within the FMCG sector
At least 2 years’ supervisory experience in a laboratory environment
2 years’ experience within the milling industry preferred
Proficiency in computer literacy essential
Key Competencies
In-depth knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management
Understanding of FSSC 22000 food safety standards
Strong leadership and people management abilities
Attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
Proven ability to conduct internal audits and manage non-conformances
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
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How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 8 July 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
Premier FMCG is committed to diversity, transformation, and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace.
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