QA Manager (Food Industry)

nextbeat singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance across our kitchens, production areas, and event sites.

The role centers on implementing ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, and traceability programs. Responsibilities include maintaining audit-ready documentation, coordinating external audits (TÜV SÜD or equivalent), and driving continuous improvements in 6S, training, and EHS practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or related field.
• WSQ Food Safety Course Level 3 (eligible to register as Food Hygiene Officer with SFA).
• ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, SFA regulations, allergen and traceability knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ISO 22000:2018 and HACCP across kitchens, production areas, and events.
• Oversee SFA licensing, inspections and regulatory standards.
• Lead 6S implementation and site organization in facilities.
• Plan and conduct monthly training on food safety and hygiene.
• Maintain documentation, audit reports, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate external audits and internal audits, with follow-ups.

Skills

Food Safety

QA Management

Audits

Documentation

Education

Diploma or Degree in Food Science/Technology/Microbiology

Tools

ISO 22000:2018 knowledge

HACCP

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager

Working Location: Bedok

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30AM - 06:00PM

Responsibilities & Duties:

1. Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• - Ensure full and consistent implementation of ISO 22000:2018 food safety management standards across all kitchens, production areas, and event sites.
• - Monitor all operational processes to ensure compliance with Singapore Food Agency (SFA) licensing, inspection, and regulatory standards.
• - Develop and maintain Food Safety Management Plans, including hazard analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) documentation and reviews.
• - Plan, schedule, and manage routine food sampling and hand swab tests, ensuring timely lab submissions and analysis follow-ups.
• - Maintain traceability systems for all raw ingredients and finished products to support product recalls or incident investigations if required.
• - Coordinate quarterly external audits by certification bodies (e.g., TUV SUD), prepare audit documentation, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• - Lead internal audits in alignment with HQ policies, prepare reports, and oversee continuous improvement actions.

2. Operational Quality Assurance

• - Supervise quality standards throughout daily production, event catering set-ups, and cafeteria service, ensuring food meets internal specifications and hygiene protocols.
• - Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for food handling, preparation, transportation, and storage.
• - Monitor and validate Critical Control Points (CCPs), temperature logs, cleaning checklists, pest control measures, and allergen management.
• - Conduct spot checks and kitchen walk-throughs to enforce hygiene, sanitation, and safety practices in line with company and regulatory standards.

3. 6S & Site Organization

• - Drive 6S implementation (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) in kitchen and manufacturing areas to support food safety and operational efficiency.
• - Conduct regular 6S assessments, identify improvement opportunities, and work closely with Operations and Facilities teams to implement changes.
• - Track 6S KPIs, share findings, and reward team compliance through structured recognition programs.

4. Training & Culture Building

• - Design, coordinate, and lead monthly Food Safety and Hygiene Training sessions for new and existing staff across kitchen, production, and service teams.
• - Organize refresher courses after audit findings or hygiene lapses to ensure continuous staff development.
• - Foster a strong food safety culture by engaging teams with visual aids, checklists, toolbox talks, and food safety campaigns.
• - Ensure all training records are updated and accessible for audit and compliance reviews.

5. EHS & Risk Management

• - Conduct comprehensive EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) risk assessments in collaboration with Facilities and HR.
• - Identify hazards, evaluate risks, and develop action plans to eliminate or mitigate risks in the workplace.
• - Investigate and report all incidents or near misses involving food safety, chemical handling, or workplace injuries, and follow through on corrective actions.
• - Participate in emergency drills and develop food safety emergency response protocols (e.g., power failure, contamination, fire).

6. Documentation & Reporting

• - Maintain up-to-date documentation including audit reports, testing results, corrective action logs, training records, calibration logs, and cleaning schedules.
• - Prepare and submit monthly Quality Reports to management summarizing audit results, incidents, compliance status, and improvements.
• - Lead preparation for regulatory inspections, ensuring all documentation, licenses, and certifications are in order.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related field, with WSQ Food Safety Course Level 3 (eligible to register as a Food Hygiene Officer with SFA).
• At least 3-4 years of Food Safety / QA experience in central kitchens, catering, or food manufacturing, including handling SFA inspections and external audits (e.g., TÜV SÜD).
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, SFA regulations, and allergen and traceability management. ISO 22000 Internal or Lead Auditor certification is preferred.
• Experience with 6S implementation, EHS risk assessments, and incident investigations. WSH or bizSAFE certification is an advantage.
• Strong training, documentation, and reporting skills. Assertive and detail-oriented, and willing to work flexible hours, including at events.
• Candidates with FSC Level 1, FSC Level 3, ECC, and/or HCA certifications are preferred.

Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd.

EA License Number: 22C1267

EA Personnel No: R22110252