Food and Quality Control Executive - #1101631

Job Highlights

• 5.5 days work per week

• Involved in production quality assurance

• Lead audits, inspections & food safety initiatives

• Collaborative role with R&D and operations teams

Job Description: Quality Assurance Executive (Food Manufacturing)

Key Responsibilities

1. Food Safety & Hygiene

• Conduct daily hygiene inspections in production and factory areas.

• Ensure compliance with SFA/AVA and ISO 22000 standards.

• Promote and enforce proper personal hygiene among food handlers.

2. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Analyze food safety and quality data; report on performance indicators.

• Develop sampling plans and product quality testing procedures.

• Maintain HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety documentation.

• Coordinate with external labs for microbiological testing.

• Manage customer complaints with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Conduct traceability checks to identify sources of quality issues.

3. Audits & Regulatory Matters

• Act as the main contact for customer audits and inquiries.

• Prepare for and lead inspections by authorities (e.g., SFA, SOCOTEC) and certification bodies.

• Conduct internal audits and ensure CAPA is completed and documented.

4. Production Oversight

• Supervise daily operations to meet production and quality targets.

• Assist with hands-on production during manpower shortages.

• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and FIFO inventory control.

• Support continuous improvement in production efficiency.

5. Maintenance & Technical Support

• Schedule and manage equipment maintenance with external vendors.

• Troubleshoot technical issues affecting production.

• Ensure optimal operating conditions of machinery and facilities.

6. Logistics & Vendor Coordination

• Source and liaise with vendors for equipment and service needs.

• Coordinate with authorities on import/export documentation and compliance.

7. Process Improvement & R&D

• Develop and review SOPs related to quality and food safety.

• Work with R&D and cross-functional teams on new product development and process enhancements.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related field.

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance.

• Solid understanding of HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP standards, and SFA/AVA regulatory requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle investigations and root-cause analysis.

• Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to dynamic work environments.

• Multilingual abilities are a plus.

• Prior experience in quality control or assurance within the food industry is preferred.

• Demonstrates a positive work attitude, strong initiative, and commitment to excellence.