HACCP Clerk (Junior to HACCP Co-ordinator / Factory Manager) 13 views
Job Overview
Our client Komicx Fishing, based in Kommetjie, Cape Town is a fully integrated fishing enterprise with a state-of-the-art NRCS, EU, FSA and GACC approved fish processing facility, is seeking to appoint a Junior HACCP Clerk. This newly created role will support the HACCP Co-ordinator and Factory Manager in monitoring, documenting and implementing food safety systems across the processing factory. The position is designed to strengthen internal compliance frameworks and ensure continued alignment with international food safety standards.
Job Description
- Daily and monthly operation and sanitation inspections
- Data logger downloads (weekly)
- Freezer room inspections (weekly)
- Pest Control inspections (weekly)
- Thermometer verifications (weekly)
- Daily (hourly during production) metal detector checks
- Collecting of and filing of all HACCP documentation required (daily)
- Collection of incoming fish HACCP documentation
- Ensure HACCP files are always up to date
- Sending thermometers for repairs/calibrations
- Arranging of samples for NRCS inspection for clients
- Organise annual staff medicals
- Monthly swobs of water and ice for testing
- Final product inspections
- Daily checks of yard, ice plant and factory – clean, tidy, good condition
- Support HACCP co-ordinator with audits
- Taking minutes of HACCP meetings
- Assist with QC checks as required
- Support HACCP team with any other items that may arise from time to time
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (essential).
- Certificate or Diploma in Food Safety, Food Technology, Quality Assurance, or related field
- Basic knowledge of HACCP principles, food safety systems and regulatory requirements.
- 1–3 Years experience in a food processing, manufacturing, or quality control environment
- Computer literacy (MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
- Good communication skills and ability to work under supervision
Key Competencies & Attributes
- High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Strong sense of integrity, responsibility, and accountability.
- Ability to follow strict compliance and regulatory guidelines.
- Good problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop within the quality and compliance function.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining compliance standards
Salary negotiable. depending on qualification and experience
