QC ASSISTANT

PALAQUIN (M) SDN. BHD.; Chemor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Palaquin M Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a proactive Quality Control Assistant to ensure high standards in pet food manufacturing. This role involves thorough inspections, documentation, and cooperation with various departments, providing opportunities for fresh graduates and professionals alike to grow in a stable and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Training Provided

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Benefits including EPF and SOCSO

Qualifications

• Experience in QC, QA, or production is a plus; fresh graduates are encouraged.
• Basic understanding of food safety and GMP expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections of raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain documentation as per GMP and HACCP requirements.
• Support audits and investigations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Relevant background or training in QC

Job description

Career Opportunity at Palaquin M Sdn. Bhd.
Position Title: Quality Control (QC) Assistant – Pet Food Manufacturing
Location: Chemor, Perak
Industry: Manufacturing – Pet Food
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 5.5-day week

Male candidates are preferred due to the physical demands of the job

About Us

Palaquin M Sdn. Bhd. is a dynamic and rapidly expanding company in the pet food manufacturing industry, committed to delivering safe, nutritious, and high-quality pet food for both local and export markets. With a growing production capacity and increasing quality demands, we place high importance on maintaining strict standards in food safety, hygiene, and operational efficiency. We are currently expanding our Quality Control team and are looking for a proactive, dedicated, and responsible QC Assistant to join our operations.

Job Summary

The QC Assistant plays a key supporting role in the Quality Control Department. You will work closely with QAQC Dept to ensure that every stage of the pet food production process complies with internal quality benchmarks, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. You will be directly involved in on-site inspections, sample testing, data recording, and supporting various audits and food safety procedures.

This role requires attention to detail, willingness to work in a factory setting, and the ability to carry out repetitive but critical tasks efficiently and responsibly.

1. Quality Inspection & Monitoring

Carry out thorough inspections of incoming raw materials, such as meat meals, grains, oils, and additives, ensuring they meet specified quality standards before acceptance.

Conduct in-process checks during various production stages (mixing, extrusion, drying, coating, packing) to verify that parameters such as temperature, texture, size, and moisture are within control limits.

Perform finished goods inspections by sampling final products to confirm conformance in terms of packaging integrity, labeling accuracy, appearance, weight, and shelf stability.

Execute basic physical and chemical tests, such as measuring moisture content, protein, ash, fiber, and fat percentages using lab instruments (e.g., moisture meters, protein analyzers).

Assist QC Executives in verifying CCPs (Critical Control Points) and ensuring monitoring records are completed accurately.

2. Data Recording & Documentation

Maintain accurate and timely recording of QC results in standardized forms, checklists, and computer databases.

Assist in the preparation and updating of non-conformance reports, corrective action reports, and batch production records.

Ensure documentation is consistent with requirements under GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), ISO 22000, and other regulatory frameworks.

Label and file QC documents systematically for traceability, and support in the retention of reference samples.

Monitor hygiene standards throughout the production line, packaging zones, storage areas, and laboratory, ensuring all personnel follow PPE and cleanliness protocols.

Identify and promptly report any sanitation issues, pest sightings, product spills, cross-contamination risks, or expired materials.

Support the Quality Assurance team by participating in swab tests, ATP testing, and environmental sampling for microbiological monitoring.

Reinforce the implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and food safety policies during daily tasks and inspections.

4. Support for Audits & Investigations

Assist in the preparation of required files, records, and documentation for internal audits, supplier audits, customer audits, and certification audits (e.g., Halal, GMP, HACCP).

Accompany auditors or management during plant walkthroughs, providing sample data and answering basic questions about quality processes.

Participate in product recall simulations, mock traceability drills, and customer complaint investigations by supporting evidence gathering, documentation checks, and root cause analysis.

Help implement corrective/preventive actions and follow-up monitoring after any identified non-conformities.

Ensure daily cleaning, calibration, and operational checks on QC instruments such as balances, ovens, moisture meters, and mixers.

Help prepare sampling kits, containers, labeling, and record logs for raw materials, WIP, and final product testing.

Assist in sending out samples to external laboratories when needed and track test results in coordination with the QC Executive.

Maintain good housekeeping in the QC room, chemical storage, and retention sample racks, following lab safety protocols.

6. Teamwork & Shift Work Commitment

Work closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Supply Chain, to ensure that all production and quality objectives are met.

Respond promptly to QC-related issues raised by production teams during live operations, providing clear guidance or escalating to senior QC personnel.

Participate in training, toolbox meetings, safety briefings, and team discussions to promote food safety awareness and continuous improvement.

Willingly rotate across different shifts (morning, evening, or night), and support production needs by working overtime, public holidays, or weekends when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience: Experience in QC, QA, or production within the food industry is a plus. However, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply – training will be provided.

Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety, hygiene, pest control, and GMP is expected. Knowledge of HACCP, ISO , or Halal procedures will be an added advantage.

Skills:

Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation

Able to handle repetitive tasks and stand for long hours

Willingness to work in a food production environment (warm, noisy, or with strong smells)

Good communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Us?

Training Provided – On-the-job learning from an experienced QC and Production team

Career Growth – Opportunities to progress to QC Technician or QC Executive level

Work Stability – Long-term employment in a growing and essential industry

Team Culture – Friendly, respectful, and cooperative working environment

Employee Benefits – EPF, SOCSO, annual leave, medical benefits, and more (details during interview)

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume to:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank you for your interest in joining Palaquin M Sdn. Bhd.

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