Quality Manager (Meat Processing)

Premium Food Company Ltd.; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Food Company Ltd. is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee food safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance at its meat processing facility.

You will ensure products meet standards, customer demands, and laws while driving continuous improvement in safety culture and efficiency. Ideal candidates hold a related Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of QA experience in meat or food manufacturing, with strong HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, and Halal knowledge and proven leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5–7 years of QA experience in meat processing or related food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, GMP, and Halal requirements.
• Experience in audits, regulatory inspections, and meeting customer requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and QA software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA systems, HACCP plans, and food safety programs.
• Lead audits (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, Halal).
• Ensure hygiene, sanitation, and GMP compliance.
• Manage traceability, recalls, and CAPA processes.
• Liaise with regulators, cert bodies, and key customers on quality issues.
• Lead and train the QA/QC team and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Technology, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Quality management software

Job description

The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance within the meat processing facility. This role ensures that products meet company standards, customer requirements, and legal regulations while driving continuous improvement in food safety culture, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems, HACCP plans, and food safety programs in compliance with local and international regulations.
• Monitor raw materials, in-process production, and finished products to ensure they meet defined specifications.
• Lead internal and external audits (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, Halal, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Regulatory & Customer Compliance

• Ensure all operations comply with government food safety laws and industry standards.
• Manage product traceability, recall processes, and corrective action plans.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and key customers on quality issues.
• Lead and develop the QA/QC team, providing training on food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Promote a strong food safety and continuous improvement culture across all departments.
• Conduct training for production staff on hygiene, sanitation, and product handling.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Implement root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action plans (CAPA).
• Prepare and present regular quality performance reports to management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Technology, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in quality assurance within meat processing, poultry, or food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC, BRC, GMP, and Halal certification requirements.
• Experience in managing audits, regulatory inspections, and customer requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and quality management software.