Materials Qualification & Compliance Specialist

DKSH; Calamba; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Philippines seeks a detail-oriented Material Qualification Specialist to ensure raw materials meet regulatory and quality standards. You will maintain RMSS, evaluate alternative materials, conduct tests, and coordinate with QA and procurement to update certifications and data sheets.

You will also perform sensory evaluation, support GMP/HACCP training, monitor batch trials, and prepare reports from qualification to commercialization, while ensuring compliance with SOPs and KPI targets.

Qualifications

• BS in Food Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field.
• At least 1 year experience in product application and/or sensory evaluation
• Training in Halal, FSMS ISO22000 or FSSC, ISO 9001, IQA, HACCP, GLP, and GMP.
• Ability to work with changing priorities.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently with sound judgment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update RMSS and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with QA/Procurement on technical documents requiring updating.
• Assess and qualify alternative materials with QA and Procurement.
• Coordinate tests (physico-chem, micro, etc.) for alternatives.
• Conduct sensory evaluation and product application for alternatives.
• Send samples to third-party laboratories for testing.
• Prepare RMSS for alternatives and update existing materials.
• Monitor production batch trials with alternative materials.
• Prepare reports covering qualification to commercialization.
• Process GAPIM PO for supplies, calibration and testing.
• Prepare export sample submission documents.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and test methods for Material Qualification.
• Provide technical assistance to other departments on material qualification.
• Participate in meetings and trainings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS Food Technology / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related science

Job description

DKSH Philippines seeks a detail-oriented Material Qualification Specialist to ensure raw materials meet regulatory and quality standards. You will maintain RMSS, evaluate alternative materials, conduct tests, and coordinate with QA and procurement to update certifications and data sheets.

You will also perform sensory evaluation, support GMP/HACCP training, monitor batch trials, and prepare reports from qualification to commercialization, while ensuring compliance with SOPs and KPI targets.