Quality Assurance Specialist

Wardat Almashreq; Riyadh; Presencial; SAR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Responsibilities include reviewing records, supporting CAPA, coordinating with teams, and maintaining documentation. A background in food science and at least 1 year of QA/QC experience are preferred, with strong English communication skills.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of QA/QC experience.
• Experience in the food manufacturing or FMCG industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety management systems.
• Familiarity with quality documentation, audits, and CAPA processes.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsabilidades

• Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, standards, and system controls.
• Review production records, CCP/OPRP monitoring logs, and verification records to ensure compliance.
• Support internal audits, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Investigate quality deviations and support CAPA implementation and follow-up.
• Coordinate with Quality Control and Production teams to prevent quality and food safety issues.
• Monitor compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety standards, and company quality procedures.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and inspection records.
• Assist in customer complaint investigations and support root cause analysis.
• Train and provide technical support to QA Inspectors on quality procedures and best practices.
• Ensure continuity of operations by delegating responsibilities to qualified team members under management.

Conocimientos

QA Systems

Food Safety

Auditing

CAPA

Root Cause

Documentation

Communication

Cross-Functional

Time Mgmt

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a proactive Quality Assurance Specialist to implement and maintain quality assurance systems, ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards, support audit activities, and work closely with Production and Quality Control teams to prevent quality issues and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, standards, and system controls
• Review production records, CCP/OPRP monitoring logs, and verification records to ensure compliance
• Support internal audits, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities
• Investigate quality deviations and support the implementation and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Coordinate with Quality Control and Production teams to identify and prevent quality and food safety issues
• Monitor compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety standards, and company quality procedures
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and inspection records
• Assist in customer complaint investigations and support root cause analysis
• Train and provide technical support to QA Inspectors on quality procedures and best practices
• Ensure continuity of operations by delegating responsibilities to qualified team members when required under the direction of the manager
• Perform any other duties related to the position as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or a related role
• Experience in the food manufacturing or FMCG industry is preferred
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety management systems
• Familiarity with quality documentation, audits, and CAPA processes
• Good communication skills in English

Required Skills

• Quality assurance and food safety systems
• Internal auditing and compliance
• CAPA and root cause analysis
• Documentation and report preparation
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Time management and organizational skills