QA/QC & PD Executive

Responsibility

1. Establish, update and sustain e􀆯ective implementation of the plant’s Food Safety (ISO 22000), Quality (ISO 9001), HACCP, Organic, and Halal Management Systems and its PRP prerequisite programs, certified by 3rd party certification bodies.

2. Responsible to support operations (incoming quality, production deviation management, non-conformance trouble-shooting), ensure products released meet statutory and regulatory requirements.

3. Drive continuous improvement by applying 7 QC tools in trouble shooting, problem solving and identify root causes of investigating non- conformities originated from suppliers, operations, internal/external audits and customer /consumer complaints.

4. Ensure compliance to CCP, OPRP and Quality Control Points as defined, coordinate non-conformity processes, i.e. product on-hold, re-inspection of rework / disposal of stock, and final disposition conclusion.

5. Raise CAR internally and externally should non-conformance and complaint arise, follow-up and ensure timely closed out of complaint investigation reports and nonconformance CAR, corrective actions are verified for e􀆯ectiveness and closure.

6. Liaise with government agencies / certification bodies, i.e. SFA, HPB, MUIS, on all matters on product registration or plant certification information.

7. Design and execute trial in plant scale, validate test protocols for new product, packaging and equipment.

8. Establish, update and maintain product formulation and specification, review and verify nutritional information, sensory and shelf life for new / market products.

9. Evaluate and review acceptability of raw material / packaging from new suppliers.

10. Foster cross-functional collaboration within the company and partnership with suppliers and customers to solve quality and food safety issues in ingredients, materials, products and packaging.

11. Co-ordinate, control and verify change in improvement initiatives of systems and processes, to achieve cost optimization and comply food safety and quality standards.

12. Conduct internal audit activities, to verify operation activities meet HACCP, GMP, hygiene / sanitary, ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 requirement periodically.

13. As Master Document Controller, formalize documents for Food Safety and Quality document and records as per documented information procedure, maintain record keeping.

14. Provide training (GMP Hygiene, HACCP and Food Safety) to Operations and Production staff.

15. Conduct incoming raw material check, in-process QC check and finished product microbiological testing, review QA/QC reports for accuracy and compliance.

16. Ensure Quality KPI are met for areas of responsible

17. Any ad hoc tasks assigned by superior, and able to perform superior’s roles and responsibilities during his/her absence.

Functional Skills and Capabilities required

1. Timely response to meet internal and external customer expectations to ensure high customer service level and satisfaction.

2. Adhere to service level agreements with other functions in alignment with Company’s vision, mission, values, goals and objectives.

3. Familiar with ISO standards for Quality and Food Safety, ie QMS 9001, FSMS 22000, HACCP, PRPs e.g. 5S, GMP.

4. Capable to collect data, analyze statistically, propose actions for KPI improvement.

5. Have strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to interface with individuals at all levels and functions of the business.

6. Work well in teams with others from diverse organizational functions and backgrounds as both a leader and an individual contributor.

7. Work independently with minimal guidance required, i.e. good time management planning/organization and decision-making skills.

8. Network with both internal and external suppliers, customers and stakeholders to foster collaboration, partnership and co-operation.

9. Quality and action orientated, resilience and dedicated team player.

10. Systemic thinking and application of Quality tools in problem solving and providing solutions.

11. Provide coaching, feedback and counseling to production supervisors and inspectors on functional skills, technical knowledge and behavior.

Requirement

1. Degree holder in Food Technology, Food Science or related fields.

2. Has minimum 3 years working experience, QA/QC in relevant industry is added advantage.

3. Bilingual – English/Mandarin beneficial.

4. Advantage to possess knowledge and experience in Statistical Process Control, visual board management and waste elimination.

Interested applicants, please contact Audrey

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

QC Lab Technician

Key Responsibilities & duties

A. Laboratory related responsibilities

1. Conduct sensory, microbial, pH etc. testing for finished product and raw materials, and recording of results (including for Trial samples).

2. Perform incoming material testing, i.e. raw material, packaging material, and material COA review.

3. Perform routine QC checks in accordance to documented HACCP Plan and Procedures.

4. Support plant operations food safety and quality control for production, incoming inspection, and other QA/QC activities throughout the manufacturing process.

5. Assist QM & PD Executive into managing QC Laboratory, chillers, sample retention and QA Hold Area, to ensure cleanliness and housekeeping to meet 5S standards.

6. Responsible for the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation.

7. Collect product samples for product retention program.

8. Check chemical solution for production use.

9. Perform swab test to verify the cleaning condition of equipment and worker’s hygiene, Water test and Environment test.

10. Conduct shelf life validation.

11. Assist QM & PD Executive to conduct calibration job as per procedure.

12. Assist QM & PD Executive to perform complaint/ retention sample evaluation, to determine root cause.

13. Monitor Lab inventory.

B. Quality Management Systems related responsibilities

1. Assist QM & PD Manager/ Executive into monitoring and maintaining production operations in accordance to GMP, HACCP, ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 requirements.

2. Manage QA withheld inclusive of product on hold activities, sorting and releasing.

3. Monitoring critical control points (CCP) implementation as per HACCP/ ISO Standards.

4. Ensure employees are following all food safety and worker safety practices.

Requirements:

1. Diploma in Food Science/ Chemistry.

2. 1 to 2 years of experience in laboratory testing/ experience in Food Manufacturing Plant.

3. Good communication skills, able to work independently and good time management.

4. Possess skills for Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

Interested applicants, please contact Audrey

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.