Quality Control (QC) Executive

Haritage Brands Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Haritage Brands Sdn Bhd in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Quality Control professional to monitor manufacturing for SOP, GMP, HALAL, HACCP, and ISO 22000 compliance. The role involves analytical testing, material inspections, and maintaining QC records.

The candidate should have a Diploma or Bachelor in Food Science / Food Technology and 1–2 years of QC experience, with strong English and Malay communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Food Science / Food Technology or related field.
• 1–2 years in Quality Control experience.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good written and spoken English and Malay.
• Independent, creative and proactive with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor manufacturing to ensure SOP, GMP, HALAL, HACCP, ISO 22000 compliance.
• Perform analytical tests and inspections on incoming materials.
• Maintain QC records and prepare quality reports.
• Respond to OOS or non-conformances with proper corrective actions.
• Assist in audits and traceability activities.
• Provide training on QC procedures to production staff.

Skills

Quality Control

SOP adherence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Food Science / Food Technology

Tools

Quality testing equipment

Job description

Monitor product manufacturing to ensure it is in compliance with SOP, GMP, HALAL, HACCP, ISO 22000

Perform analytical tests, inspections, and monitoring of incoming raw materials/packaging according to sampling plan

Monitor CCPs (Critical Control Points) and perform checks for hygiene, temperature, packaging integrity, and shelf-life testing

Maintain accurate QC records, including test results, inspection forms, deviation reports, and certificates of analysis

Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports, if any

Report any out-of-specification (OOS) findings, deviations, or non-conformances to QA/Production

Participate in internal and external audits

Support traceability and recall procedures when necessary

Monitor production activities to prevent cross-contamination, mislabeling, and other quality hazards.

Conduct checking on final product packaging and out-going checking based on sampling plan

Investigate root causes of quality issues and propose effective corrective and preventive actions

Follow up on the implementation and effectiveness of corrective measures

Assist in monitoring & measuring equipment internal calibration

Document calibration records and coordinate with external vendors if needed

Provide training and guidance to production staff on QC procedures, hygiene practices, and defect recognition

Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives (e.g., reducing rejection rates, improving product consistency)

Routinely collect retention samples and prepare external lab analysis samples when necessary

Make prompt decisions concerning product safety/quality when processes deviate/not conform to specifications

Develop / improvise WI or SOP for process control / QC inspection

Inspect plant hygiene, personal hygiene & cleanliness

Liaise with other department to continually improve existing food safety management system

Assist in customer complaint investigation and effective corrective action

To undertake any adhoc task / project assigned by immediate superior or Management

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate preferred possess with a Diploma or Bachelor in Food Science / Food Technology and any other related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of working experience in Quality Control.
• Highly adaptable, patient, organized, disciplined and is able to follow-up on tasks, good in time management and able to work under pressure in fast-paced environment
• Good in written and communication in English and Malay
• Able to work Independently, Creative & Innovative, Good Communication skills, Resourceful and Passionate