8.0 - 13.0 years

3 - 7 Lacs

Mudhol

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Our client, a leading integrated bioenergy company in India, specializes in ethanol, compressed biogas (CBG), ENA, and organic manure, supporting India's clean energy and net-zero goals. They are hiring an experienced Quality Team Lead to manage quality operations for grains (maize, etc.) and by-products like DDGS. The role, based at Mudhol (Karnataka), is essential for ensuring compliance, quality standards, and regulatory adherence across raw material and by-product chains. This is a full-time position. Job Title: Quality Team Lead (Grains & DDGS/Other By-Products) Location : Mudhol, Karnataka Department : Quality Assurance & Control Reporting To : Head Operations / Business Unit Head (Byproducts & Raw Material) Key Responsibilities 1. Raw Material (Grains) Quality Management Define and implement quality standards for incoming maize and other grains. Monitor procurement quality at the source, warehouse, and during unloading. Collaborate with procurement and field teams to ensure quality compliance. Lead the deployment of grain grading systems and moisture testing protocols. 2. DDGS & Byproduct Quality Control Oversee production quality and consistency of DDGS and related byproducts. Define product specifications for poultry, dairy, and aquaculture feed usage. Implement batch-wise testing protocols for parameters like moisture, protein, fiber, etc. Conduct internal audits, lab validation, and shelf-life analysis. 3. Quality Systems & Certifications Develop and maintain SOPs, QA protocols, and traceability mechanisms. Ensure compliance with FSSAI, BIS, and other regulatory norms. Lead quality audits (internal & external) and certification renewals (ISO, GMP+, etc.) 4. Lab & Team Management Supervise in-house lab operations, equipment calibration, and test procedures. Lead and develop a team of quality executives, chemists, and field inspectors. Train procurement and warehouse teams on quality awareness and SOPs. 5. Reporting & Coordination Maintain quality MIS, deviation reports, and root-cause analyses. Coordinate with production, logistics, and sales teams for quality feedback and resolution. Support R&D in formulation trials, product improvements, and customer samples. Qualifications & Experience Education : M.Sc./B.Sc. in Agriculture, Food Technology, Animal Nutrition, or related field Experience : 815 years in grain quality control, feed processing, or Agri-byproduct quality assurance Preferred : Experience in ethanol plant operations or DDGS production is a strong advantage Skills & Competencies In-depth knowledge of grain quality (moisture, infestation, foreign matter, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Exposure to feed regulatory standards (FSSAI, BIS, AAFCO) Leadership and team-building capabilities Working knowledge of lab instruments and QMS tools Proficiency in Excel, ERP, and quality documentation software

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