QA Executive & Aquaculture Field Technician

FreshToHome; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshToHome seeks a field-focused QA/QC professional for Raw Material Inspection and Field Aquaculture supervision in Kerala. You will travel to farms around Alappuzha weekly and report findings to internal teams, ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMP, and best aquaculture practices.

The role covers sampling, QA checklists, traceability, cold-chain monitoring, and collaboration with suppliers and farm staff to maintain product safety and quality from farm to dispatch.

Qualifications

• Basic computer and MS Office skills.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, especially explaining technical concepts to farmers.
• Willingness to travel to farms in and around Alappuzha weekly/monthly.

Responsibilities

• Travel to farm locations in and around Alappuzha and collect/report aquaculture data weekly/monthly as required.
• Provide technical support and ensure compliance with Best Aquaculture Practice standards.
• Supervise harvesting and dispatch operations.
• Maintain detailed records of farming activities and produce reports for each visit.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GHP, and HACCP guidance; monitor hygiene and quality throughout processing and packaging.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Farm field liaison

Job description

This job is provided by apna.co

Raw Material Inspection

Assess species, size, grade, freshness, and physical condition.

Verify receiving temperature and condition of chilled/frozen materials.

Ensure supplier/lot identification and traceability. Reject or hold materials that fail to meet specifications.

Processing Monitoring

Oversee washing, grading, deheading/peeling, freezing, and glazing. Verify product temperature at critical stages.

Ensure compliance with SOPs and product specifications.

HACCP & Food Safety

Monitor CCPs/OPRPs and critical limits.

Record monitoring results and act immediately on deviations.

Verify corrective actions and follow‑up measures.

Personal Hygiene & GMP

Monitor worker hygiene and protective clothing.

Ensure proper handwashing/sanitisation practices.

Enforce GMP and GHP standards in processing areas.

Hazard Control

Monitor cleaning and sanitation chemicals.

Prevent chemical and foreign‑body contamination.

Inspect equipment, utensils, and processing areas for hygiene.

Finished Product Inspection

Check appearance, colour, odour, texture, size/grade, weight, glazing, packaging, and labelling.

Verify product against customer and internal specifications.

Packaging & Labelling

Confirm correct packaging materials are used.

Verify product details: name, species, grade, net weight, production/expiry dates, lot/batch number, storage instructions. Ensure compliance with customer‑specific requirements.

Cold Chain Monitoring

Monitor freezing, cold‑room, and dispatch temperatures.

Ensure frozen products are maintained at ≤ −18°C.

Record and report deviations.

Traceability

Maintain traceability from raw material to dispatch.

Verify GRN, production, packing, and dispatch records.

Non‑Conformance & Corrective Action

Identify and segregate non‑conforming products/processes.

Raise NCRs and investigate root causes. Verify corrective/preventive actions.

Documentation

Maintain QC inspection records, CCP monitoring logs, temperature checks, sanitation reports, product inspection reports, calibration records, etc. Ensure records are complete, accurate, and audit‑ready.

Field Aquaculture Supervision

To travel to farm location in and around Alappuzha and collect and report aquaculture farm data weekly/monthly as per company requirements and report it to the respective teams.

Provide technical support and ensure compliance with Best Aquaculture practise standards for Basa farming/ Shrimp farming/ other species. Supervise harvesting and dispatch operations.

Maintain detailed records of farming activities and produce reports for each visit.

Skills & Attributes

• Basic computer and MS office skills.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, especially in explaining technical concepts to farmers.
• Adaptability to diverse field conditions and travel requirements.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Relationship‑building and trust with aquaculture farmers and train them in aquaculture techniques during field visits.