Quality Control Technician

Job Description

1. Raw Honey Quality Inspection Inspect and test incoming raw honey for: Moisture content (should be below 20%) HMF (Hydroxymethylfurfural) levels Sugar profile (fructose/glucose ratio) Color and aroma Pollen content (for origin verification) Presence of contaminants or residues (e.g., antibiotics, pesticides) --- 2. Laboratory Testing Responsibilities Perform the following lab tests regularly: Moisture test using refractometer HMF test (to assess heating damage) Diastase activity (enzyme activity level) pH and acidity Electrical conductivity (to determine botanical origin) Sugar profile using HPLC or TLC methods Adulteration tests (check for added sugar, glucose, rice syrup, etc.) Microbiological tests (yeast, mold, bacteria) --- 3. Process Monitoring in Honey Processing Unit Ensure proper filtering, heating, and homogenization of honey Maintain records of: Heating temperatures (should not exceed 40–45°C ideally) Time and batch logs Tank cleaning and sanitation Prevent overheating, which can degrade honey quality --- 4. Hygiene and Safety Compliance Ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and FSSAI/ISO standards are followed Maintain cleanliness of lab and processing area Follow food safety protocols (HACCP plan implementation if required) --- 5. Packaging Quality Checks Test honey for moisture and quality before bottling Verify packaging materials are food-grade and properly sealed Labeling compliance: batch number, date of packing, expiry, nutritional info --- 6. Documentation & Reporting Maintain daily test records and batch-wise lab reports Prepare Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each batch Handle regulatory paperwork (FSSAI, Export docs, lab test reports) Qualification Msc agriculture/Bsc agriculture/B.voc/M.tech food Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Schedule: Day shift Supplemental Pay: Performance bonus Yearly bonus Work Location: In person