Quality Control Technician

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)

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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)

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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

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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)

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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

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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