Premier FMCG – Raw Materials and Packaging Graduate Programme 2026

Premier FMCG is inviting suitably qualified graduates to apply for its Raw Materials and Packaging Graduate opportunity in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

The programme will provide practical exposure to supplier quality assurance, food safety, packaging compliance, supplier audits, risk assessment and continuous improvement within a fast-moving consumer goods environment.

Important: Applicants need Grade 12 and a Bachelor of Science qualification in Food Science Technology. The position is based at Premier’s Culinary Fresh Aeroton operation.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a contract graduate-development opportunity within Premier FMCG’s raw-material and packaging quality environment.

The successful graduate will gain practical experience in managing supplier quality, assessing supplier performance and ensuring that raw materials and packaging comply with applicable food-safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

The role also provides exposure to supplier audits, supplier onboarding, documentation management, risk assessments, food-safety systems, hazard analysis and continuous improvement.

The official advert describes this as a learning opportunity but does not state the programme duration, starting date or whether permanent employment may be available after completion.

What the graduate will be doing

• Help manage the Supplier Quality Assurance Programme.
• Support supplier-compliance activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments.
• Participate in supplier-performance evaluations.
• Assist with supplier approval and onboarding processes.
• Maintain supplier documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with food-safety requirements.
• Support compliance with quality and packaging standards.
• Help monitor applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain supplier risk assessments.
• Support the management of supplier-audit schedules.
• Maintain relevant food-safety systems.
• Lead or support VACCP activities.
• Contribute to hazard-analysis reviews.
• Work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve quality and compliance matters.
• Support continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Assist with supplier-performance management.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Complete assigned programme and workplace tasks.

VACCP refers to Vulnerability Assessment and Critical Control Points. It is used to identify and manage vulnerabilities that could expose food products, ingredients or supply chains to deliberate substitution, adulteration or fraud.

Qualification requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• A Bachelor of Science qualification in Food Science Technology.

The official advert specifically lists a Bachelor of Science qualification. It does not confirm whether applicants with a diploma, advanced diploma or another closely related qualification will be considered.

Applicants should enter the complete name of their qualification, institution and completion date on their CV and online application.

Other eligibility information

The official vacancy does not state:

• An age restriction.
• A citizenship requirement.
• An unemployment requirement.
• A maximum amount of previous work experience.
• A required academic average.
• A driver’s licence requirement.
• Whether final-year students who have not yet graduated may apply.

Applicants should answer any additional eligibility or screening questions on the official application form accurately.

Essential skills and competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Basic knowledge of standard operating procedures and recipes.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong teamwork ability.
• An understanding of workplace housekeeping requirements.
• Personal accountability.
• Analytical thinking.
• An innovative and continuous-improvement mindset.
• A sense of urgency and focus on results.
• Respect for colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to learn.
• Accurate record-keeping skills.

Useful knowledge to highlight

Applicants should highlight relevant academic modules, practical assignments or projects relating to:

• Food science and food technology.
• Food safety and quality assurance.
• Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points.
• Food microbiology.
• Raw-material specifications.
• Packaging technology.
• Supplier quality management.
• Food legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Laboratory analysis.
• Research and product development.
• Statistical analysis and Microsoft Excel.

Academic projects and practical training may be included where relevant, but applicants should not present university activities as formal employment.

Working arrangements

The position is attached to Premier FMCG’s Culinary Fresh Aeroton operation in Johannesburg. Applicants should ensure that they can travel reliably to the required workplace.

Graduates will be required to work a five-day week and may need to work overtime when operationally required.

The official advert does not describe the opportunity as remote or hybrid and does not state that accommodation, transport or relocation assistance will be provided.

Salary, benefits and employment after the programme

The official vacancy does not state the salary or stipend amount and does not provide information about employee benefits.

The opportunity is classified as a contract position. The advert does not confirm the contract duration or promise permanent employment after the graduate programme.

Applicants should confirm the remuneration, contract period, working hours, overtime arrangements and employment conditions if shortlisted.

Documents to prepare

• An updated and professional CV.
• A copy of your Grade 12 certificate.
• Your BSc Food Science Technology qualification certificate.
• A complete academic record.
• A copy of your identity document, if requested.
• Details of relevant academic projects or practical training.
• Copies of additional food-safety or quality certificates, where applicable.
• A reliable cellphone number and professional email address.

Upload only clear and accurate documents through Premier FMCG’s official recruitment platform. Do not include unnecessary confidential information in your CV.

What to emphasise on your CV

• The complete name of your Food Science Technology qualification.
• Your institution and qualification-completion date.
• Relevant food-safety and quality-assurance modules.
• Laboratory, research or product-development projects.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Any exposure to HACCP or VACCP principles.
• Microsoft Office and data-analysis skills.
• Academic or practical experience with raw materials and packaging.
• Teamwork and communication experience.
• Your ability to maintain accurate records.

Application checklist

• Confirm that you have completed Grade 12.
• Confirm that your qualification matches the stated BSc requirement.
• Show your qualification clearly on your CV.
• Include your academic record if the application allows it.
• Highlight relevant food-safety and quality modules.
• Mention relevant university projects and practical training accurately.
• Check that you can work at the Aeroton operation in Johannesburg.
• Confirm that you can work overtime when operationally required.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Complete every required section of the online application.
• Apply as soon as possible because no closing date is stated.

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About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is a South African fast-moving consumer goods business operating across bakery, milling, confectionery, home and personal care, and culinary product categories.

Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Blue Ribbon, Snowflake, Iwisa, Rhodes Quality, Bull Brand, Manhattan, Super C and Lil-Lets.

Learn more through the official Premier FMCG website

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply promptly because the advert does not provide a closing date.
• Use a CV tailored specifically towards food science and quality assurance.
• Include relevant academic modules instead of submitting a generic graduate CV.
• Mention laboratory and practical food-production experience accurately.
• Highlight any understanding of supplier quality, HACCP, VACCP or food legislation.
• Show that you can work accurately with records and technical documents.
• Check that the uploaded documents are clear and readable.
• Keep a copy or screenshot of your application confirmation.

Common application mistakes

• Applying without the stated Food Science Technology qualification.
• Listing only “BSc” without stating the field of study.
• Leaving relevant academic modules and projects off the CV.
• Claiming professional food-industry experience that was only academic exposure.
• Uploading an incomplete or outdated CV.
• Failing to check availability for the Johannesburg workplace.
• Ignoring the requirement to work overtime when needed.
• Waiting for a closing date to be announced before applying.

Scam warning

Apply only through Premier FMCG’s official Breezy recruitment page.

• Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, training or graduate placement.
• Do not share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs.
• Do not trust anyone who guarantees selection in exchange for money.
• Confirm that the vacancy title is Graduate: Raw Materials and Packaging.
• Confirm that the listed operation is PF322 – Culinary Fresh Aeroton.
• Upload personal documents only through the secure official recruitment process.
• Be cautious of unofficial WhatsApp messages, social-media accounts or email addresses requesting payment.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified using Premier FMCG’s official Breezy recruitment listing for Graduate: Raw Materials and Packaging.

The live official listing confirmed the Johannesburg location, Culinary Fresh Aeroton operation, contract classification, qualification requirements, responsibilities, essential competencies and five-day working week.

The vacancy does not state the closing date, programme duration, starting date, salary or stipend, employee benefits, number of available positions or guarantee employment after the contract.

Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Premier FMCG application page below.
2. Confirm that the vacancy title is Graduate: Raw Materials and Packaging.
3. Confirm that the location is Johannesburg.
4. Confirm that the operation is PF322 – Culinary Fresh Aeroton.
5. Read the complete official job description.
6. Select the option to apply for the position.
7. Complete all required personal, education and experience information.
8. Upload your updated CV and requested supporting documents.
9. Review your contact details and qualification information.
10. Submit the application as soon as possible.

Application closing date

No closing date is stated in the official vacancy.

The application page was accepting applications when verified on 29 August 2026. Premier FMCG may close the vacancy once sufficient applications have been received, so interested graduates should apply promptly.