Quality Control Executive

Metier Food Pte Ltd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Heal Nutrition is seeking a Quality Control Executive in Malaysia to ensure raw materials, packaging, processes, and finished products meet quality and safety standards. You will inspect materials, perform tests, investigate deviations, and maintain records to support product release.

Role requires 2+ years in food QC, knowledge of GMP/HACCP, and familiarity with ISO 22000/Halal. Strong English and Bahasa Malaysia communication is essential in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Quality Assurance or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in quality control within food manufacturing or a related FMCG environment.
• Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety management systems; familiarity with ISO 22000 and Halal requirements is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate incoming raw materials and packaging against approved specifications.
• Perform in-process checks, sampling and finished-product testing according to the Quality Plan.
• Check product appearance, weight, coding, packaging, labels and other specified quality parameters during production.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and coordinate laboratory testing where required.
• Identify, document and promptly elevate non-conforming materials, products or processes. Ensure affected stock is identified and held pending an authorised decision.
• Investigate quality issues, support root-cause analysis and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify that the correct approved artwork, product information and packaging materials are used during production and packing.
• Maintain complete and accurate inspection results, test records, Certificates of Analysis and quality records.
• Monitor hygiene, sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance on the production floor.
• Support compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, Halal and applicable food safety requirements.
• Monitor the status of QC measuring and testing equipment, including calibration and maintenance records.
• Prepare quality reports, highlight recurring issues and recommend practical improvements.
• Support internal audits, external audits and training on quality control procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Quality concerns

Communication

Education

Food science/technology or QA degree

Job description

The Quality Control Executive ensures that raw materials, packaging, production processes and finished products meet Heal Nutrition's quality and food safety requirements. This role conducts inspections and testing, investigates deviations, maintains accurate records and works with Production and QA to resolve issues before products are released.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and evaluate incoming raw materials and packaging against approved specifications.
• Perform in-process checks, sampling and finished-product testing according to the Quality Plan.
• Check product appearance, weight, coding, packaging, labels and other specified quality parameters during production.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and coordinate laboratory testing where required.
• Identify, document and promptly elevate non-conforming materials, products or processes. Ensure affected stock is identified and held pending an authorised decision.
• Investigate quality issues, support root-cause analysis and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify that the correct approved artwork, product information and packaging materials are used during production and packing.
• Maintain complete and accurate inspection results, test records, Certificates of Analysis and quality records.
• Monitor hygiene, sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance on the production floor.
• Support compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, Halal and applicable food safety requirements.
• Monitor the status of QC measuring and testing equipment, including calibration and maintenance records.
• Prepare quality reports, highlight recurring issues and recommend practical improvements.
• Support internal audits, external audits and training on quality control procedures.

Requirement:

• Diploma or degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Quality Assurance or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in quality control within food manufacturing or a related FMCG environment.
• Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety management systems; familiarity with ISO 22000 and Halal requirements is an advantage.
• Able to conduct inspections, investigate deviations and maintain clear, accurate records.
• Detail-oriented, organised and confident in raising quality concerns with relevant teams.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Comfortable working in a production environment and following production schedules.

Preferred:

Experience with packaged food products, packaging checks, laboratory testing and corrective action management.