Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager
Location: [Manor-Wada Road, Waveghar Gaon, Kanchad - Mumbai 421303]
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Quality Assurance / Operations
Industry: Food Manufacturing (Preferred)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Assurance Manager to oversee and maintain quality standards across raw materials, production processes, and finished products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in implementing quality systems, conducting audits, managing internal and external non-conformances, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. A strong background in team leadership and stakeholder coordination is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality inspections and audits for raw materials, in-process checks, and final products.
• Establish, manage, and improve internal and external non-conformance reporting (NCR) systems.
• Handle customer complaints efficiently, ensuring proper documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and plant instruments in compliance with quality standards.
• Lead initiatives focused on continuous improvement, process optimization, and implementation of company policies and procedures.
• Conduct and support internal and external audits (e.g., ISO, FSSAI) and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Train, mentor, and manage a team of QA professionals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Procurement, R&D, and Sales to maintain quality standards.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials (RM) and finished goods (FG) to ensure timely availability and quality compliance.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, and regulatory compliance in the food industry.
• Proven leadership experience in managing QA/QC teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using QA tools, ERP systems, and reporting tools.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with inventory and stock management of RM & FG.
• Certifications in ISO, FSSAI, or related food safety standards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹435,706.49 - ₹716,661.86 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• QA: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person