Vita Agro Industries Pvt. Ltd

Space Food Club; Mumbai; On-site; INR 502,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Vita Agro Industries Pvt. Ltd invites an experienced Assistant Quality Manager (Spices & Seasoning Division) to oversee QA/QC at its Saboll Nathupur, Sonipat plant in Haryana.

You will lead inspection, sampling, and in-process testing to ensure product conformity with company standards. You will enforce HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC, GMP guidelines; supervise lab staff; maintain batch records and COAs; coordinate with production and maintenance; and drive CAPA and supplier audits to improve flavor

Qualifications

• Bachelor/masters in food tech with minimum 5–6 years in a food spice/seasoning plant.
• Experience in QA/QC, lab testing, and compliance with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection and sampling of raw materials (spices, herbs, condiments).
• Perform in-process and final product testing for moisture, microbiology, and flavor.
• Enforce HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC, GMP guidelines and release finished goods after analysis.
• Maintain batch records, COAs, and traceability logs; prepare deviation reports and CAPA.
• Supervise lab technicians and coordinate with production for quality compliance.

Skills

QA/QC

HACCP

ISO 22000

GMP

Supplier audits

Education

B.Tech/M.Sc. in Food Technology

Tools

COA

Traceability logs

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Quality Manager (Spices & Seasoning Division)

Company Name

Vita Agro Industries Pvt. Ltd

Job Location

Saboll Nathupur, Sonipat, Haryana

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection and sampling of raw materials (spices, herbs, condiments) as per company standards.
• Ensure in-process and final product testing for parameters such as moisture, microbiology, and flavor profile.
• Enforce compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC, GMP, and other food safety guidelines.
• Approve the release of finished goods after thorough lab analysis.
• Monitor process parameters during blending, roasting, grinding, and seasoning stages.
• Maintain in-process quality checks to prevent contamination and product deviation.
• Conduct machine sanitation checks and routine hygiene audits.
• Maintain all QA/QC documentation including batch records, Certificates of Analysis (COA), and traceability logs.
• Prepare and document deviation reports along with Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Generate detailed reports for internal and customer audits.
• Supervise the daily activities of lab technicians and quality executives.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct regular training sessions on hygiene, GMP, and quality awareness. Maintain and update the list of approved suppliers.
• Conduct supplier audits and evaluate raw material quality performance.
• Provide feedback to the purchase department based on incoming raw material quality results.
• Ensure product compliance with FSSAI, export standards, and customer specifications.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement effective resolutions for customer complaints.
• Initiate and implement quality improvement projects to enhance flavor stability, shelf life, and product consistency.
• Provide QA support during new product development and trial runs.

Qualifications

• Qualification: B.Tech/M.Sc. in Food Technology
• Experience: Minimum 5-6 years in a food / spice / seasoning plant

Working Hours: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Salary: ₹45,000 - ₹50,000 (based on experience)