QA/QC Manager

SOS HR Solutions; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 10,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

SOS HR Solutions seeks an experienced QA/QC & Maintenance Manager to lead quality assurance, food safety, and maintenance across production. The role ensures product quality, regulatory compliance, and equipment reliability while driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include audits, CAPA, supplier quality, traceability, and maintenance programs. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in food manufacturing or processing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000/FSSC 22000, and food safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA, QC, Food Safety, and Maintenance functions.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, ISO/FSSC 22000, and other standards.
• Monitor production processes to maintain quality and safety.
• Develop and implement quality management systems, procedures, and CAPA.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and regulatory audit prep.
• Investigate quality issues and customer complaints via root cause analysis.
• Manage supplier quality evaluations and product inspections.
• Implement traceability, recalls, and calibration programs.
• Lead preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Train teams on GMP, food safety, and SOPs.
• Prepare quality, maintenance, and compliance reports.

Skills

Quality mgmt

Food safety

HACCP

GMP

ISO 22000

CAPA

Root cause

Maintenance

Team leadership

Documentation

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelors in Food Science/Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC & Maintenance Manager to lead quality assurance, food safety, and maintenance operations for a leading food manufacturing company. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and equipment reliability while driving continuous improvement across production operations.

Job Description

As the QA/QC & Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Lead Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Food Safety, and Maintenance functions.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, ISO/FSSC 22000, and other food safety standards.
• Monitor production processes to maintain product quality and food safety throughout all manufacturing stages.
• Develop and implement quality management systems, inspection procedures, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct internal audits, food safety inspections, and regulatory audit preparations.
• Investigate quality issues, customer complaints, and non-conforming products through root cause analysis.
• Manage supplier quality evaluations and oversee raw material, packaging, and finished product inspections.
• Implement traceability, product recall, and calibration programs.
• Lead preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize production downtime.
• Train and mentor production and quality teams on GMP, food safety, hygiene, and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare quality, maintenance, and compliance reports for management while maintaining accurate documentation.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in food manufacturing or food processing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000/FSSC 22000, and food safety management systems.
• Proven experience in quality assurance, quality control, and production process monitoring.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation skills.
• Experience leading maintenance programs and ensuring equipment reliability.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and staff training abilities.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

• Dates processing or food manufacturing.
• Fruit, cereal, or grain processing industries.
• Vacuum packaging, thermoforming, or Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).
• Government inspection agencies or food safety consultancy.
• HACCP, FSSC 22000, or Lead Auditor certification.