Intern: Quality Assurance – Premier FMCG
Company: Premier FMCG
Position: Intern: Quality Assurance
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Site: Blue Ribbon East London (East London Wheat Mill)
Employment Type: 12-Month Internship (Contract)
Industry: FMCG / Food Manufacturing / Quality Assurance
Job Overview
Premier FMCG is offering an exciting Quality Assurance Internship for students who are in the third or final year of their Diploma in Food Technology or Biotechnology. This 12-month internship provides valuable workplace experience within one of South Africa’s leading FMCG companies and is based at the East London Wheat Mill laboratory.
The programme is designed to expose interns to real-world quality assurance processes in a manufacturing environment. Working alongside experienced quality professionals, you will gain practical knowledge of food safety, quality control, auditing, laboratory procedures, and technical support while contributing to the production of trusted household brands.
Throughout the internship, you will participate in structured on-the-job training and gain experience across various manufacturing teams. This opportunity is ideal for students looking to bridge the gap between their academic studies and a professional career in food manufacturing and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
As a Quality Assurance Intern, you will:
- Assist with internal and external site audits.
- Support food safety and quality control processes.
- Help train employees on food safety procedures.
- Provide technical support and assist with troubleshooting.
- Support the management of external service providers.
- Assist in implementing the site’s food safety culture plan.
- Participate in laboratory activities and quality inspections.
- Gain practical exposure through structured on-the-job training.
- Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams.
- Help ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Be currently in their 3rd or final year of a Diploma in:
- Food Technology, or
- Biotechnology.
- A valid driver’s licence (advantageous).
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
- Knowledge of auditing principles and processes.
- Good communication skills.
- Strong numerical ability.
- Analytical thinking.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Attention to detail.
- Decision-making ability.
- Accountability and reliability.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment.
- Respect for others and professionalism.
Programme Information
Successful interns will receive:
- A 12-month workplace learning programme.
- Hands-on laboratory experience.
- Exposure to quality assurance within a food manufacturing environment.
- Training across multiple manufacturing teams.
- Practical experience in food safety, quality systems, and auditing.
- Mentorship from experienced quality professionals.
- Valuable industry experience to strengthen future career opportunities.
Working Environment
Interns should be prepared to:
- Work in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.
- Operate in a fast-paced factory setting.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams.
- Follow strict food safety and hygiene standards.
- Participate in practical, hands-on learning every day.
Why Join Premier FMCG?
Premier FMCG is one of South Africa’s leading food manufacturers, producing many of the country’s most recognised household brands. The company is committed to developing future talent by providing meaningful workplace experience, professional mentorship, and practical learning opportunities.
This internship offers an excellent opportunity for students to gain industry exposure while building technical and professional skills that will prepare them for careers in food manufacturing, biotechnology, quality assurance, and laboratory operations.
Location
This internship is based at the Blue Ribbon East London Wheat Mill in East London, Eastern Cape.
Why You Should Apply
If you’re in your third or final year of studying Food Technology or Biotechnology and want to gain valuable industry experience before graduating, this internship is an excellent opportunity. You’ll work in a professional laboratory environment, receive practical training from experienced industry professionals, and build the skills needed to launch a successful career in quality assurance and food manufacturing.