Quality Control Manager

CPF; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A food industry leader in Saudi Arabia seeks a Quality Manager to oversee the implementation of quality control systems and promote a culture of safety and excellence. The role involves leading the quality team, ensuring adherence to food safety standards, and continuously improving operational processes. Candidates should have experience in managing quality within a food environment and strong leadership skills. This position offers a vital role in ensuring product excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing quality control systems in a food safety environment.
• Leadership skills to develop a culture of quality and safety.
• Ability to implement and manage food safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of quality culture within the site.
• Manage and support the quality team.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Promote continuous improvement and flexibility.

Job description

Quality Culture & Leadership

• Lead the site in developing a culture where product quality is seen as central to our operation and products are made right the first time.
• Be the ambassador of quality for the site, providing confidence to customers that high‑quality, consistent product is delivered to the stores every time.
• To implement and ensure effective delivery of the Quality Control System.
• To define site quality strategy, delivering a plan for quality objectives and KPI’s, contributing to overall site strategy.

Quality Team Management

• Manage and support the quality team to provide comprehensive quality control support to the operations team.

Operational Support & Utilization

• To support the team in ensuring maximum utilisation of operational staff and equipment in achieving KPIs and optimal line efficiency within the company safety, quality & environmental policies.

Health & Safety Culture

• To encourage and develop a culture where Health and Safety is first and foremost with every task carried out, ensuring the safety of those in our control.

Continuous Improvement & Flexibility

• To promote an environment that challenges existing processes and strives for excellence through continuous improvement & flexibility.

Food Safety & Quality Management

• Responsible for maintaining food safety and food quality policy.
• Maintain and adhere to FSSC standard requirements.
• Ensure the FSMS is established, implemented, maintained and updated.
• Manage and organize the work of the food safety team.
• Ensure relevant training and competencies for the food safety team.
• Report to top management on the effectiveness and suitability of the FSMS.