Quality Control Specialist

العربية للعود; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

العربية للعود is seeking a Quality Control Specialist in Riyadh to ensure raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods meet strict quality standards across production. You will conduct inspections and tests, document results, monitor SOP and GMP compliance, and coordinate with Production and Laboratory teams to resolve issues and maintain continuous manufacturing.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, or Quality Management with at least one

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance, preferably in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, QC procedures, inspection techniques, and quality standards.
• Experience inspecting raw materials, in-process products, finished products, and packaging materials.
• Familiarity with quality documentation, non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and CAPA.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and reporting skills.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor the quality of raw materials, including fragrance oils, oud, alcohol, and packaging materials, before use in production.
• Conduct inspections and quality tests on in-process and finished products according to approved specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor production lines to ensure SOP and GMP compliance and approved acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and follow up on non-conformities, including root cause analysis and CAPA recommendations.
• Record inspection and testing results and prepare periodic quality reports.
• Coordinate with Production and Laboratory teams to investigate and resolve quality issues while maintaining production continuity.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements across production areas.
• Monitor calibration status of measuring and testing equipment used in QC activities.
• Support initiatives to reduce defect rates, material waste, and production losses while improving efficiency.
• Support internal and external quality audits and ensure documentation and records are available.
• Maintain accurate quality records, including inspection reports, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective action records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Documentation

English communication

Education

Industrial Engineering

Chemistry

Quality Management

Job description

Job Purpose

The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring that raw materials, in-process products, and final products meet approved quality standards throughout the manufacturing process. This role involves conducting inspections and quality tests, monitoring compliance with SOPs and GMP requirements, identifying and addressing non-conformities, maintaining quality documentation, and coordinating with production and laboratory teams to ensure consistent product quality and uninterrupted production.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor the quality of raw materials, including fragrance oils, oud, alcohol, and packaging materials, before use in production.
• Conduct inspections and quality tests on in-process and finished products according to approved specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor production lines to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality requirements, and approved acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and follow up on non-conformities, including root cause analysis and recommendations for corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Record inspection and testing results and prepare periodic quality reports.
• Coordinate with Production and Laboratory teams to investigate and resolve quality issues while maintaining production continuity.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements across production areas.
• Monitor the calibration status of measuring and testing equipment used in quality control activities.
• Support initiatives to reduce defect rates, material waste, and production losses while improving overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Support internal and external quality audits and ensure the required documentation and records are available.
• Maintain accurate and organized quality records, including inspection reports, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective action records.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management, or a related scientific/technical field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, quality control procedures, inspection techniques, and manufacturing quality standards.
• Experience in inspecting raw materials, in-process products, finished products, and packaging materials.
• Familiarity with quality documentation, non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Production, Laboratory, and other cross-functional teams under tight production timelines.