NPD Technologist/Compliance Officer

NPD Technologist/Compliance Officer – Rosebank

Must preferably be available immediately!

Salary: Market Related

Our client, a leading food and beverage manufacturer, seeks an enthusiastic Brand Strategy and Product Lead to join their team, based in East London

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH CONSUMABLES / FMCG TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

Job overview

To ensure effective implementation and compliance of the New Product Development (NPD) process, Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) programme, and relevant regulatory systems (FSSC 22000, SAHPRA, Halaal). The role supports product development, audit readiness, and continuous improvement of the Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS).

Requirements

Grade 12

Diploma in Food Technology or Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field

2–3 years in QA and FSQMS administration (food/nutraceutical/pharma)

2–3 years in New Product Development

NPD process expertise

Strong knowledge of FSSC 22000 and QA systems

Computer Literate (MS Office)

Valid License and Own Transport

Duties include, but are not limited to

New Product Development (NPD)

Implement and review NPD procedures and records

Assist with research into and development of new products as directed

Support product development, reformulation, and cost optimization initiatives

Preparation and submission of samples

Manage NPD records, product packs, recipes, master sheets, and change control processes

Manage and update production sheets

Assist with production trials, scale-up issues and recipe adjustments

Act as liaison between customers and internal teams

Coordinate label updates, review, and approvals and maintain product documentation

Arrange timeous annual calibration of measuring equipment in the NPD Laboratory

Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)

Maintain and improve the SQA programme in line with FSSC 22000

Manage approved supplier list and onboarding of new suppliers

Ensure traceability readiness and support recalls/mock recalls

Regulatory & Certification Compliance

Support SAHPRA compliance and documentation with QA Manager and Responsible Pharmacist

Manage Halaal certification processes and stakeholder communication

Ensure all documentation is audit-ready for regulatory inspections

Audits & FSQMS Support

Maintain audit readiness for SQA and NPD systems

Assist in audit preparation, reporting, and close-out of non-conformances where necessary

Identify improvement opportunities within FSQMS, NPD, and production

Promote food safety, quality standards, and compliance awareness

Support corrective and preventative actions

Assist with ad hoc QA and business needs

Please send comprehensive CV to ***email_hidden*** and quote NPDTECHPROP as subject when sending CV. Please check email (Inbox, Spam and Junk Folders) within 3 days from sending CV. If you have not heard from us within 3 days after sending cv, please regard your application as unsuccessful

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