Quality Assurance & Food Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Scope _ The Quality Assurance & Food Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring that food products meet all safety standards and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on managing and maintaining food safety systems, conducting audits, and implementing quality control processes to ensure that food products are produced, processed, and distributed in compliance with food safety laws and regulations. Key Responsibilities: 1. Food Safety Management:  Develop, implement, and maintain food safety policies and procedures.  Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA, FSMA).  Oversee the HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) program and ensure its effectiveness.  Conduct routine inspections of food processing areas, ensuring adherence to sanitation and hygiene protocols. 2. Quality Assurance:  Ensure the implementation of product specifications, quality standards, and best practices in food manufacturing processes.  Perform routine checks on products to ensure they meet quality standards.  Oversee product testing (microbiological, chemical, sensory, etc.) and analyze results.  Review and approve food product labeling for compliance with regulatory standards.  Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and preventive measures. 3. Training & Development:  Train production staff in food safety practices, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.  Conduct training sessions on proper hygiene, sanitation, and food safety techniques.  Stay current on industry best practices and changes in food safety regulations to ensure ongoing compliance. 4. Documentation & Reporting:  Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of food safety inspections, audits, and tests.  Prepare detailed reports for management regarding food safety compliance and quality control activities.  Manage documentation for food safety certifications, including internal records and third-party audit results. 5. Continuous Improvement:  Identify areas for improvement in the food safety and quality systems and suggest corrective measures.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in food quality, production processes, and food safety.  Participate in risk assessments and root cause analysis to resolve quality issues. 6. Audits:  Coordinate food safety audits (internal and external) and manage corrective actions. FSSI Audit.  Schedule, prepare checklist, review past findings, ensure resources pre audit.  Inspect key areas, facilitate external audits, interview staff, observe practices, document findings.  Summarize findings, review with management, create corrective actions, follow up post audit  Analyze trends, update training, collaborate on solutions for improvement  Ensure readiness for certifications and regulatory audits. 7. Guest Complaints Handling:  Address guest complaints related to food quality, safety, or other concerns.  Investigate complaints to identify the root cause and implement corrective actions.  Maintain documentation of complaints and resolutions for quality assurance purposes. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Microbiology, or related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered. 1. Experience: 1. 2+ years of experience in food safety or quality assurance in a food manufacturing or production environment. 2. Experience with HACCP, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), and relevant food safety standards (e.g., ISO 22000, SQF, BRC). 3. Knowledge of food safety laws and regulations (FDA, USDA, FSMA). 2. Required Skills and Qualifications: 4. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. 5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 6. Ability to conduct audits and inspections efficiently. 7. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with food safety management software. 8. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month Benefits: Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Life insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 30/06/2025 Expected Start Date: 01/07/2025