QA Analyst Sensory

• Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position in the Quality Assurance Laboratory , based at Heineken Beverages Springs Cidery . The successful incumbent will report to the QA Specialist Lab.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to

• Reduction in sensory cost of non-compliance
• Reduction in product retention/release
• Enable growth
• Prioritized sensory panel expansion within budget
• Sensory governance framework delivered and maintaining the LSS standards
• Trend analysis on site sensory performance
• Overall site sensory competence maintained at >90%
• Drive superior product quality delivery within Springs Cidery
• Lab excellence delivered
• Training and assessment schedules developed and executed
• Lab SLA targets achieved >90%
• Top 3 improvement projects supported
• Drive business efficiency and growth
• Initiating internal process improvements and the implementation thereof.
• Effective utilization of resources and systems
• Instilling a quality culture in his/her area of responsibility and sphere of influence.
• Building and maintaining effective and trusting relationships with internal customers and peers.
• Enhancing customer experience by achieving and/or exceeding targeted customer service levels
• Drive manufacturing reliability enabling capital & asset efficiency
• Performing all relevant administrative and process duties.
• Initiating and assisting in problem solving.
• Improve manufacturing cost competitiveness
• Innovation initiatives capitalized
• Step change environmental sustainability
• Utilities usage reduction initiatives supported
• Growing the business through support of cross-functional improvement and new development projects.
• Participating in TPM practice implementation.
• Deliver growth, profitability and shareholder return objectives

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• At least a diploma in biological or food science / BSc degree or equivalent
• At least 2 years relevant work experience in the fast-moving consumer goods environment preferably in the alcoholic beverage industry
• Previous working experience with a Food Safety Management System
• Advanced computer skills and excellent communication skills are also needed
• Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision
• Ability to work under pressure
• Methodical, accurate and conscientious worker
• Working knowledge of safety procedures and housekeeping standards
• Have reliable transport

Closing Date: 23/10/2026