Quality Controller

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Production: Oversee the quality of food products during production and packaging. Ensure that the production process aligns with established standards and food safety regulations.

• Quality Control Checks: Conduct regular inspections and audits at various stages of production, including raw material, in-process, and finished product stages.

• Compliance: Ensure all products meet the required food safety standards, including local, national, and international regulations.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of quality control checks, audits, and inspections. Ensure documentation complies with both internal and regulatory requirements.

• Training & Support: Train production staff on quality standards, food safety procedures, and best practices. Provide continuous guidance to ensure adherence to quality processes.

• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Identify and resolve quality issues promptly by investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions.

• Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with the procurement team to assess and ensure that raw materials from suppliers meet required quality standards.

• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality and manufacturing processes.

• Customer Complaints Handling: Investigate and resolve quality-related complaints from customers, ensuring quick resolution and corrective actions.

• Reporting: Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior management. Provide analysis on trends, quality metrics, and potential improvements.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance in the food manufacturing industry.

• Frozen Food Handling Experience is mandatory.

• Knowledge:

o Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, FSSAI, FDA, etc.).

o Familiarity with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality certifications.

o Understanding of testing methods for food products (sensory analysis, microbiological tests, etc.).

• Skills:

o Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

o Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

o Proficient in MS Office and quality management software.

Additional courses as advantage:

• Certification in food safety management systems (e.g., ISO 22000, HACCP, etc.).

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based at the manufacturing facility.

• Occasional travel to supplier locations or industry conferences as required for Quality monitoring & verification purpose.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person