Assistant Quality Control Manager

Classy Wheeler Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company based in Hong Kong is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee the Incoming Raw Material Quality Control and Laboratory Management teams. You will be responsible for maintaining Good Laboratory Practices, managing in-house lab operations, and ensuring quality compliance under ISO standards. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in a related discipline and has at least 6 years of relevant experience. Strong microbiological analysis skills and project management abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in food or pharmaceutical industry.
• Preferably has knowledge in chemical analysis.
• Experience in lab management is a plus.
• Preferably chemical analysis knowledge.
• Preferably solid experience in laboratories or lab management.
• Decisive, analytical mind with problem solving skills.
• Good in project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Incoming Raw Material Quality Control team.
• Manage daily operations of in-house laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.
• Establish, review and implement quality systems in the QC team according to ISO and other standards.
• Lead the Analytical Laboratory to obtain and maintain HOKLAS accreditation.
• Lead Lab Management to upgrade testing methods to international standards.
• Provide technical information for risk assessment and problem investigations.
• Monitor Nutrition Information Panel compliance through in-house and external verification.
• Upgrade microbial and analytical testing methods with new devices and rapid methods.
• Collaborate with related departments to ensure work efficiency.

Skills

Microbiological analysis knowledge

Project management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Food Technology

Job description

A market leader in FMCG industry which is listed on the mainboard of Hong Kong Stock Exchange

Job Description

• Lead the Incoming Raw Material Quality Control team and Laboratory Management team to perform effectively and efficiently and to achieve the objectives of Quality Control team and the Company.
• Manage and monitor in house laboratories and external lab daily operation.
• Maintain and upgrade Good Laboratory Practices in both microbial and analytical labs.
• Establish, review and implement quality system in the responsible Quality Control team according to the agreed ISO system and other quality system.
• Lead the Analytical Laboratory to acquire accreditation status and to maintain the HOKLAS accreditation on both microbial and analytical laboratories.
• Lead the Lab Management team to further upgrade both microbial and analytical testing methods to be on par with the upgraded international standards.
• Provide technical information for risk assessment and problem investigation / solving.
• Monitor Nutrition Information Panel compliance by in-house lab test and outside lab verification.
• Upgrade both microbial and analytical testing methods with new testing devices and rapid methods.
• Collaborate with all related departments to ensure work efficiency.

Job Requirements

• University degree or above in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Food Technology, Quality Management or related disciplines
• Minimum 6 years of experience in food industry, pharmaceutical industry or laboratories
• Microbiological analysis knowledge is mandatory
• Preferably to have chemical analysis knowledge
• Preferably to have solid experience working in the laboratories or lab management
• Decisive, analytical minded with sense of problem solving skill to tackle quality issues
• Good in project management skills
• Good in written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills

Function

Sciences, Lab, R&D

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary Range

Negotiable

Yr(s) of Exp

6

Education Required

University degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Food Technology