Quality Intern

Job Description : Job Title: Quality Intern-3 Functions: Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000 people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations. Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We’re committed to realising our ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we’ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture. KPIs & P4Gs: Goal 1: Embed Transformation Goal 2: Market Share Goal 3: License to operate Goal 4: Capability, culture and talent. Generic Accountabilities for all areas: Raise and Close CIRC cards Check that all floors and equipment are standard of hygiene (plant hygiene). Governing Body for Food Safety and Quality Standards in the plant. Providing clear and accurate data and communication to Team Leaders and Quality Manager. Quality Control (Online) Gain Knowledge on accurate data capturing of on-line Quality System (Haford). Learn how to Initiate 5 whys / NCRs to production for Quality issues on shift. Once training is complete, provide on-line QC support to Production to verify compliance with Quality & Food Safety Standards including but not limited to plant and personal hygiene check, spinners, missing caps, ppm defects hourly line checks, lab tests Learn how to write up trial reports when a trial is running. Conducting On-line PPMDs Raw Material Quality Control Lean and conduct testing and inspecting of raw materials as per raw materials sampling plan. Identify non-conformances and raise NCRs or RCAs where applicable. Ensuring that all equipment is calibrated by an external service provider Maintain GLP standards in the laboratories. Follow up on suppliers with non-conformances raised and attend supplier related queries Verify calibration of all testing equipment and measuring equipment daily before use. Carry out tests and inspections as per the site SOPs and work instructions. Managing of isolation and rework stock for all raw material Quality Assurance Technician Learn how to perform analytical and sensory testing. Analyse results, identify trends, and implement corrective actions. Investigating new suppliers for materials / Laboratory Equipment. Quality Systems Learn how to close of audit findings Learn how to update system drive and store documents in the relevant folders Archive documents according to retention document procedure Assist QSC when required. Experience / skills required: Qualifications and Experience: Degree/ Diploma in Food-Tech, Bio-Tech & Food Science or Equivalent 0 - 2 years’ experience of FMCG Knowledge on liquid blending will be advantageous. Diversity statement: Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this. We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more. Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you. Worker Type :Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term) Primary Location:Isipingo Additional Locations : Job Posting Start Date : 2026-06-01 With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world. Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of. With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential. DRINKiQ What's your DRINKiQ? Take our quiz to understand how alcohol is made and explore the effects of drinking. You can discover everything you need to know at DRINKiQ