Quality Assurance Manager

Are you passionate about food safety, compliance, and quality assurance?

Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead and enhance their Meat Plants' Quality Assurance Systems (QMS) and ensure strict adherence to food safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
2. 4+ years' experience in Quality Assurance Management within Meat Plants, Fresh Meat Production, or FMCG
3. Strong knowledge of HACCP, FSSC, food safety laws, and regulatory compliance
4. Proficiency in MS Office, with strong reporting and data management skills
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
6. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to train and manage teams
7. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
8. Experience in risk assessment, process improvement, and internal audits

Responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Assurance System in compliance with food safety standards
2. Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO standards (FSSC), and other regulatory requirements
3. Oversee quality control of raw materials and finished products, ensuring adherence to specifications
4. Conduct risk assessments and audits to maintain quality and food safety certifications
5. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues and set specifications
6. Monitor production control functions, ensuring standard operating procedures are followed
7. Train and educate employees on food safety, hygiene, and quality assurance procedures
8. Manage internal and external laboratory testing to ensure product consistency
9. Lead investigations into customer complaints, non-conformances, and product recalls, implementing corrective actions
10. Stay updated on new regulations and industry trends to maintain compliance and best practices
11. Maintain effective communication with regulatory and governing bodies