SENIOR MANAGER - LAB QUALITY ASSURANCE

Ensure entire Lab QA operations
Working closely with Process, Packaging, Materials, In Process Labs, SQA to drive continual improvements in Micro & Analytical compliance Active Participation in External Recognized Quality & Food Safety associations

Major Responsibilities:

To lead the Micro & Analytical Labs

• Establishing & reviewing Micro & Analytical procedures in co-ordination with Regional & Divisional team
• Compliance to Good Documentation Practices & Record keeping as per AN Policies & site SOPs
• Carry out gap analysis in Micro & Analytical Labs & drive continual improvements
• Drive Cost Optimization in lab, by revising the RM/PM testing, based on Risk & Past Failure Data
• Support in Lab Budget preparation, Approval & Compliances
• Identify Improvement opportunities based on the Statistical Process trends in Micro & Analytical Parameters
• Responsible to develop safe working culture in Micro & Analytical Labs
• Responsible to ensure Micro & Analytical Lab compliances during external & internal audits
• Develop ISO 17025 manual, relevant training to the team and Implementation of requirements for accreditation
• Technical Support for CAPA improvement in RM /PM analytical challenges.
• Review periodically for updating FSSAI , BIS, EIA and other international updates.
• Drive High Performance Lab activities in Micro & Analytical Labs
• Drive Analytical Capability of both the labs based on New Product Implementation plan
• Impart training to associates on Quality Food Safety and System related subjects.
• Feedback to concerned departments and suppliers as per the requirement.
• Collaborate with HR while selecting analytical team members

Education : M. Sc., / M Tech / Food Technology / Analytical Chemistry / Microbiology / Science

• Experience : 10 to 15 years of relevant experience
• Documentation, Basic, Computer Knowledge, Auditing Skills, Analytical Experience Food Safety Requirements related ISO 17025, FSSC / ISO 22000:2005, ISO 9001:2008,
• Statistical Process Controls
• Driving Continual Improvements & Decision Making Abilities

Background -

14-15 years of experience in a reputed food / pharma processing industry