Quality Assurance Manager - Halal Compliance

NUODLE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Singapore seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure compliance with halal requirements and maintain high food quality standards. Responsibilities include managing quality audits, establishing food safety management systems, and collaborating with production teams to enhance quality processes. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and proven experience in quality assurance in food production environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in quality assurance in food production.
• In-depth knowledge of halal requirements and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement halal compliance systems.
• Establish quality control procedures for food products.
• Assist in handling ISO Certification processes.
• Manage quality audit programs and liaise with agencies.
• Conduct management reviews for process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or related field

Tools

HACCP certification

Food Safety certification

Job description

Responsibilities:

1. Halal Compliance:
   • Develop and implement a robust system to ensure compliance with halal requirements in all aspects of food production.
   • Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify the adherence to halal standards by suppliers and internal processes.
   • Work closely with the production team to address and rectify any non-compliance issues related to halal requirements.
2. Quality Assurance:
   • Establish and maintain quality control procedures to guarantee the consistency and safety of our food products.
   • Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, production processes, and finished products to identify and address quality issues.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
3. ISO Certification and Project Assistance:
   • Assist the Operations Manager in handling ISO Certification processes and related projects.
   • Develop, implement, and maintain the Food Safety Management System ISO 22K.
4. Audit Management:
   • Manage external/internal quality audit programs from audit planning to implementation to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
   • Liaise with government agencies, certification bodies (e.g., pest control, SFA, SOCOTEC).
5. Management Review and Continuous Improvement:
   • Conduct management reviews to identify improvement opportunities in the current production process.
   • Implement changes based on review outcomes to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
6. Supplier Management:
   • Periodically monitor supplier performance, conduct assessments, and approve new suppliers.
7. Training and Collaboration:
   • Support and create training materials, working closely with various departments to deliver work plans.
8. Daily Inspections and Process Enhancement:
   • Conduct daily inspections to identify areas for improvement, nonconformities, and opportunities for enhancing quality processes.
9. Collaboration with Production Team:
   • Work with the production team to build a product that complies with quality standards and ensure the product is released to meet food safety and food hygiene requirements.
10. Incident Handling and Recall Procedures:
    • Establish and implement effective procedures for handling food safety incidents and recalls.
    • Conduct thorough investigations into any breaches of food safety standards and recommend corrective actions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in quality assurance, preferably in a central kitchen or food production environment.
• In-depth knowledge of halal requirements and certification processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Certification in Food Safety and HACCP is a plus.