QA Manager (Food Safety/ ISO Quality/ North West/ AWS + VB)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quality Assurance & Compliance leader to drive the company’s Food Safety and Quality Management Systems. You will manage audits, certifications, CAPA, supplier assessment, and ongoing improvements across operations in Singapore.

The role requires strong knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP and GMP, with experience in MSC/ASC certification and sustainability initiatives. Excellent stakeholder management and regulatory liaison skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of food safety & quality standards (FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP).
• Experience with audits, CAPA, traceability and documentation systems.
• Understanding of halal/MUIS processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and ongoing improvement of Food Safety and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure regulatory, certification and customer compliance across the organization.
• Oversee internal audits, CAPA processes and supplier assessments.
• Manage quality equipment calibration, testing, documentation and traceability.
• Provide training on food safety, quality and hygiene to staff and contractors.
• Coordinate facility management, sustainability projects and energy initiatives.
• Lead certification activities for MSC/ASC and Chain of Custody.

Skills

FSSC 22000

ISO 22000

HACCP

GMP

Audit Management

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science/related

Job description

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 830am - 545pm, Alternative Saturday 830am - 1230pm (2 weeks once)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

A. QUALITY ASSURANCE & FOOD SAFETY

• Lead the implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the company’s Food Safety and Quality Management Systems, including FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP and GMP.

• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, certification and customer requirements.

• Monitor quality and food safety performance, investigate complaints and non-conformities, conduct root cause analysis and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Conduct site inspections and oversee supplier assessments, product sampling and testing, including shelf-life, microbiological and sensory testing.

• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of quality equipment, as well as accurate documentation and traceability records.

• Provide food safety, quality and hygiene training to relevant employees.

• Manage SFA matters, including inspections, licensing, applications and amendments for new plants, process changes and new products.

• Oversee MUIS Halal certification, audits and applications, and guide the Halal Officer.

B. MSC / ASC CERTIFICATION & CHAIN OF CUSTODY

• Manage the company’s MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) and ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) certifications and Chain of Custody requirements.

• Ensure compliance with certification standards, traceability, product handling and documentation requirements.

• Maintain certification records and coordinate certification and surveillance audits.

• Conduct internal checks, manage audit findings and ensure timely closure of non-conformities and corrective actions.

• Work with relevant departments and suppliers to ensure supply chain compliance, staff awareness and implementation of updated certification requirements.

C. AUDIT & COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

• Act as Management Representative for regulatory, certification, internal, external and customer audits relating to food safety and quality.

• Plan and coordinate audits, ensure audit readiness, and manage findings and corrective actions through to closure.

• Monitor compliance performance and maintain effective communication with regulatory authorities, certification bodies, customers and other stakeholders.

D. QUALITY ASSURANCE TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Lead and manage the QA team, setting objectives and monitoring performance.

• Provide coaching, training and development to strengthen team capabilities.

• Ensure adequate manpower and resources, and promote a strong food safety, quality and compliance culture.

E. FACILITY MANAGEMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

• Oversee daily facility operations, infrastructure, equipment, utilities and preventive and corrective maintenance, including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.

• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, pest control, housekeeping, waste management and compliance with workplace safety, fire safety, health and environmental requirements.

• Manage facility inspections, risk assessments, security, emergency preparedness and fire drills.

• Manage facility vendors and service providers, including contracts, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), costs and performance.

• Monitor electricity, water and other utility consumption, and implement initiatives to improve energy efficiency, resource utilisation and cost savings.

• Oversee the company’s solar photovoltaic (PV) system, including generation, uptime, maintenance, fault rectification, safety, regulatory compliance, vendor performance and system optimization.

• Lead sustainability initiatives covering waste reduction, energy conservation and environmental improvements, including feasibility assessments for future renewable-energy projects.

• Report facility and sustainability performance and cost savings to Management.

• Lead facility upgrades, relocation and infrastructure projects, and drive continuous improvement through appropriate technology and best practices.

F. BUDGET & COST MANAGEMENT

• Prepare and manage annual QA and Facility Management operating expenditure (OPEX) and capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets.

• Monitor expenditure, investigate budget variances and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality, food safety, compliance or operational requirements.

• Review vendor costs, contracts and service performance to optimize efficiency and value.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety and/or Facility Management, preferably within food manufacturing, food processing, food distribution or logistics.

• Strong working knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP and ISO 9001.

• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in MSC and ASC certification, including Chain of Custody, traceability, audit preparation, documentation and compliance requirements.

• Proven experience in managing MSC/ASC certification audits and maintaining certification requirements.

• Good knowledge of Singapore food safety, regulatory and statutory requirements, including SFA requirements.

• Experience in managing internal, external, certification, regulatory and customer audits.

• Knowledge of halal requirements and MUIS‑related processes would be an advantage.

• Familiarity with facility management, building systems, maintenance, workplace safety, preventive maintenance and utility/energy management.

• Experience or familiarity with sustainability initiatives, energy‑efficiency projects and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems would be an advantage.

• Strong understanding of food safety risk management, quality systems, CAPA and root cause analysis.