Quality Administrator

IFFCO Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee food safety management systems. The role involves implementing BRC & FSSC standards, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field, along with at least 2 years of experience in the baking or frozen bakery industry. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with SAP/Oracle are also essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment focusing on food safety and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in the field is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Microbiology.
• Experience in the frozen bakery industry is preferred.
• Experience in the baking industry is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with microbiological lab practices.
• Working experience with SAP or Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain BRC & FSSC systems.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for food safety.
• Prepare and conduct food safety training sessions.
• Manage internal and external audits.
• Coordinate with the Quality Manager on complaints and audits.

Job description

Responsibilities

• BRC & FSSC System implementation & Maintenance.
• Regulatory compliance.
• Working experience of SAP/Oracle.
• Experienced in Managing Formulations and BOM.
• Prepare and implement Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and food safety requirements.
• Support the preparation and execution of food safety, regulatory, and customer audits.
• Ensure adherence to the requirements of BRC, FSSC 22000, GMP, & Halal certifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate product and process related information in accordance with company policies.
• Manage and update company profiles on customer databases to ensure current and accurate information.
• Conduct in-house food safety training sessions for employees at all levels and coordinate external training programs as when necessary.
• Coordinate with the Quality Manager/AQM to address customer complaints, conduct root cause analyses, develop Corrective and Preventive Actions, and ensure timely resolution.
• Facilitate internal and external audits, respond to audit findings, and implement CAPA to ensure closure.
• Assist the Quality Manager/AQM in developing the annual audit, training, and supplier visit plans.
• Conduct supplier audits, prepare comprehensive audit reports, and communicate findings and improvement requirements to suppliers.
• Prepare monthly reports and maintain accurate records of SOPs, document revisions, and related documentation.
• Responsible for examining products and process for deviations from manufacturer or industry product quality / food safety specifications.
• Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality and/or quality.
• Report all deviations/Non-conformities related to Food safety management system to the department Manager.
• Quality inspection and analysis of all raw materials/PM, semi-finished and finished products.
• Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Handling customer complaint and maintaining CAR.
• Report as soon as practical and without undue delay to supervisors any incidents or near misses which relate to occupational health and safety at the workplace.
• Any other duties as assigned by immediate manager.
• Do not interfere or misuse any device or equipment which has been provided as a part of a risk control measure.

Work Experience Requirement

• 2 Year
• Bachelor in Food Science
• Experience in Frozen bakery Industry
• Experience in baking Industry
• Experience in Microbiological lab

Qualification

Bachelor / Food Science and Technology/Microbiology