L'ORÉAL SOUTH AFRICA
Quality Analyst
Midrand Manufacturing


Who We Are
At L'Oréal, we're not just about beauty products; we're about empowering people to embrace their own unique beauty and change the world. For over a century, our passion for innovation has fueled our mission to offer every individual the best in beauty. We're a company driven by creativity, a pioneering spirit, and a commitment to making a positive impact.


A Day in the Life
Ready to contribute to the quality excellence of a global beauty leader? As a Quality Analyst at our Midrand Manufacturing facility, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Raw Material Evaluation: Assess the quality of incoming and on-site raw materials according to specifications.
• In-Process Bulk Analysis: Evaluate the quality of in-process bulks, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Finished Product Testing: Conduct quality checks on finished products to meet stringent specifications.
• Timely Release: Test and release materials efficiently to meet production needs and planning schedules.
• Quality Assurance: Adhere to quality policies and non-conformance procedures, keeping validations up-to-date.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understand and follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and relevant regulations.
• Documentation: Ensure all documentation and results are traceable.
• Laboratory Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized lab environment using 5S principles.
• Hygiene Validations: Assist with hygiene-related validations and projects.
• Special Projects: Contribute to laboratory-specific projects as directed by the Laboratory Manager.
• Microbiological Testing: Conduct microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process bulks, and finished products.

Your Future Team
Join a dedicated team of quality professionals committed to upholding the highest standards in the beauty industry. We foster a collaborative environment where expertise is shared and continuous improvement is encouraged.


Who You Are
Are you a meticulous and results-oriented individual with a passion for quality assurance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting where precision and efficiency are paramount? If so, we want you on our team! Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues with materials, instruments, or reagents and follow non-conformance procedures.
• Planning & Organization: Ability to plan daily and monthly testing schedules efficiently, prioritizing production needs.
• Decision Making: Confidence to make critical decisions regarding the release or rejection of materials based on analysis results.
• Personal Competencies: Detail-oriented, methodical, able to handle pressure, results-driven, strong numerical skills, team player, optimistic, self-motivated, computer literate, excellent interpersonal skills, and adaptable.

Education and Experience Required:

• Minimum 3 years of working experience.
• Experience in an industrial production environment (FMCG preferred).
• BSc or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.
• Competency in microbiological testing methods is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office is advantageous.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation is advantageous.
• Packaging knowledge or experience is advantageous.

L'OREAL COMPETENCIES

• Innovator
• Strategist
• People Developer
• Integrator
• Entrepreneur

Additional Requirements:

• Must be prepared to work rotational shifts and overtime.

What We Offer
At L'Oréal, we recognize the contributions of our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic work environment.


We're committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual's gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.
If you’re ready to shape the future of beauty with a company that values your expertise and empowers you to make a difference, apply now!