Senior Executive - Quality

Diageo; Nanded District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo is seeking a Senior Executive Quality for the Nanded unit. The role ensures effective implementation of QA systems across raw material receipt, production, packaging, and finished product release.

You will collaborate with shop-floor operations, laboratories, and suppliers to uphold product quality and food safety. The candidate will oversee laboratory practices, regulatory compliance, and CAPA, driving continuous improvement and governance at the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant science/engineering field.
• 1–4 years of post-qualification experience in a QA role in the food/alcohol sector.
• Strong understanding of QA systems, laboratory practices, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the QA Head in running the QA dept per quality systems.
• Evaluate and approve incoming materials and finished products.
• Lead investigations into deviations and support CAPA implementations.
• Maintain calibration and verification of laboratory equipment.
• Drive improvements to enhance process capability and product quality.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Education

BSc/MSc - Food Tech/Biochemistry/Chemistry/Microbiology/Alcohol Tech

Tools

FSMS

HACCP

GMP

Job description

Job Description: Role: Senior Executive Quality

About the Function: Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships. It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love.

About the role

This role is responsible for ensuring effective implementation of Quality Assurance systems across raw material receipt, production, packaging, laboratory operations, and finished product release. The position serves as a key link between shop-floor operations, laboratory activities, suppliers, and quality systems, ensuring product quality, food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives are executed effectively. The role requires a strong understanding of FSMS, IMS, GMP, HACCP, laboratory practices, process controls, and regulatory requirements while actively supporting operational excellence and governance standards at the site.

Qualifications

Qualification: BSc/MSc - Food Tech, Biochemistry, Chemistry, microbiology, alcohol tech BE/ B.Tech M.Tech- Food Tech/alcohol tech

Experience: 1-4 yrs of PQE from the relevant industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the QA Head in the effective functioning of the QA department as per established quality systems.
• Ensure evaluation and approval of incoming raw materials, packaging materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Execute and review daily testing of processed and incoming materials.
• Lead investigation of quality deviations, customer complaints, non-conformities, and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure calibration, maintenance, and verification of laboratory equipment and measurement systems.
• Conduct trend analysis of quality parameters and drive improvement actions to enhance process capability and product consistency.
• Utilize statistical tools for process and product quality monitoring.
• Maintain and improve FSMS, FSSC 22000, HACCP, IMS, and GMP systems.
• Drive compliance with SOPs, food safety, excise, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in supplier quality reviews, vendor assessments, and support vendor audits.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining robust documentation and closure of audit observations.
• Train and coach Executives on quality procedures, laboratory practices, and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality, food safety, and operational excellence.
• Ensure effective utilization of allocated resources and laboratory consumables.
• Support execution of quality activities within approved budgets.
• Reduce quality-related losses, rework, customer complaints, and wastage.
• Contribute to revenue protection through compliance and product quality assurance.
• Support implementation of systems and process improvements that enhance operational effectiveness and food safety.

Working with us

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

Rewards and Benefits

We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:

Diversity Statement

Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.

We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team.

Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win.

Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.

Company Background

With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world. Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on.

Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of. With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.

Contact Information

Worker Type :Regular

Primary Location: Nanded Unit

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date : 2026-09-11