QA QC Associate

QA/QC Associate (Food Industry) Job Description

Overview: As a Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Associate in the food industry, you will play a critical role in ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control processes throughout the production process, from raw material sourcing to finished product distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quality Assurance (QA):

   • Develop and implement quality assurance procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.

   • Conduct regular inspections and audits of production facilities, equipment, and processes to identify and address potential quality issues and deviations from standards.

   • Monitor and evaluate product quality at various stages of production, including raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods, using standardized testing methods and equipment.

   • Collaborate with production, R&D, and supply chain teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.

   • Maintain documentation and records of quality assurance activities, including inspection reports, test results, and corrective actions, in compliance with regulatory requirements.

2. Quality Control (QC):

   • Perform routine quality control tests and analyses on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods to ensure adherence to specifications, standards, and customer requirements.

   • Conduct sensory evaluations and organoleptic tests to assess product attributes such as taste, texture, appearance, and aroma.

   • Utilize laboratory equipment and instrumentation to perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses of food samples, including pH testing, moisture analysis, microbial enumeration, and allergen testing.

   • Document and communicate quality control findings, deviations, and non-conformities to relevant stakeholders, including production supervisors, quality managers, and regulatory authorities.

   • Participate in internal and external audits, inspections, and certifications related to food safety and quality management systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field.

• Previous experience in quality assurance, quality control, or food safety roles within the food manufacturing industry.

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards, such as FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000.

• Familiarity with quality control testing methods, laboratory techniques, and instrumentation used in food analysis.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing tests, recording data, and documenting results.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to cross-functional teams.

• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to identify, analyze, and resolve quality-related issues in a timely manner.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with quality management software systems is a plus.

Join Our Team: If you're passionate about food quality and safety and committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence, we invite you to apply for the position of QA/QC Associate and contribute to our mission of delivering safe, high-quality food products to consumers.