QA Executive

Private Advertiser; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia is seeking a Quality Assurance Executive for a food and beverage operation. You will ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and internal quality standards across all food products and service processes.

Responsibilities include audits of prep areas, supplier reviews, staff training, pest-control coordination, data monitoring, and regulatory reporting to uphold safety and quality. 1–3 years' QA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Food Science, QA or related field.
• 1–3 years in QA within the food service industry.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety standards.
• Proficiency in quality management systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of food preparation areas, storage facilities and equipment.
• Investigate regulatory non‑compliance and customer complaints.
• Provide training on food safety and quality control practices.
• Coordinate pest service and preventive measures.
• Monitor safety metrics and prepare reports on findings.
• Ensure compliance with local and national food safety regulations.

Skills

Quality mgmt systems

Data analysis

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in Food Science/QA or related field

Job description

Position Overview:
The Quality Assurance Executive in a food and beverage restaurant is responsible for ensuring that all food products and services meet safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines and the company’s internal quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Audits and Inspections

• Conduct regular audits of food preparation areas, storage facilities, and equipment to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Evaluate cleanliness and operational practices within the restaurant to identify areas for improvement.

Complaint Management

• Investigate any incidents of non-compliance or customer complaints regarding food quality or safety.
• Corrective action plans to address identified issues and prevent recurrence.

Training and Development

• Provide training and coaching to operation team on food safety standards, quality control measures, and best practices.

Pest Management

• Coordinate pest service at the store, follow up on action items, as well as providing preventive measures.

Data Monitoring and Analysis

• Monitor food safety metrics, analyze data related to food quality, and prepare reports on findings.
• Identify trends in product quality issues and develop corrective actions to address non-conformance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations, including HACCP and GMP standards.
• Conduct testing of existing SKUs for quality, safety, and specification compliance, including sensory checks, weight/portion verification, and basic microbiological/chemical sampling coordination.
• Verify new ingredients supplied by R&D: review specifications, perform incoming inspections, test for organoleptic attributes, and confirm compatibility with existing processes and recipes

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree /Diploma in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field is typically required.
• 1-3 years of experience in quality assurance within the food service industry
• Proficiency in quality management systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and industry best practices.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with restaurant management, and regulatory bodies.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail for identifying potential issues.
• Leadership capabilities to motivate team members towards achieving quality objectives.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality