QA Manager

Olam Cocoa Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Olam Cocoa Pte Ltd. seeks a seniorQuality Assurance leader to oversee site quality, food safety and regulatory compliance. You will manage audits, certifications, supplier quality programs, and compliance systems while driving CAPAs and risk assessments.

The role involves leading the Quality Assurance team, engaging with customers and suppliers on quality matters, and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives to uphold high standards across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biological Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Food Safety.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, risk management, auditing and supplier QA.
• Familiarity with ISO, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000.
• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality, food safety and regulatory compliance across the site.
• Manage audits, certifications, supplier quality programs, and compliance systems.
• Drive customer complaint resolution, risk assessments, and CAPAs.
• Develop and enhance quality management and food safety systems.
• Serve as primary contact for customers and suppliers on quality matters.
• Lead, coach and develop the Quality Assurance team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality projects.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Technology or related field

Job description

Job Description:

• Lead quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance activities across the site.
• Manage audits, certifications, supplier quality programs, and compliance systems.
• Drive customer complaint resolution, risk assessments, and corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and enhance quality management and food safety systems.
• Serve as the primary contact for customers and suppliers on quality-related matters.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Quality Assurance team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality-related projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Food Safety within the food or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety risk management, auditing, compliance management, and supplier quality assurance.
• Familiarity with food safety and quality standards such as ISO, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, BRCGS, IFS, and FSSC 22000.
• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.