Quality Assurance Officer

Supervises the conduct of the inspections of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process and finished product

Directly responsible in checking if the CCP's are properly and timely recorded during production

Verifies that the product labels are in compliance with the intended customers’ requirements

Ensures that all Process Control and HACCP documents are properly accomplished

Submits the documents to the HACCP Team Leader on a regular basis for review

Discusses with the Production in-charge immediately any deviations noted during the production.

Accomplishes a Hold Notice Form in case the deviations of the products need to be further observed and evaluated

May assist in the development, review and revisions of Food Safety Program

Initiates the proper implementation of corrective and preventive action resulting from GMP audit findings, site evaluation, customer complaint and deviation in critical limits

Ensures FIFO of raw materials and finished products

Establishes procedures to ensure traceability of raw material, packaging materials and finished products

Evaluates sensory properties of retained samples every two months (after shipment)

Evaluates samples for sensory evaluation for every lot number

Performs testing and sampling of products in cases where new process or new inputs is introduced to production

Trains new endorsed personnel and personnel violating GMP or SSOP policies

Investigates customer complaints and non-conformance issues

Identifies areas for improvement in the quality system

Coordinates and support on-site audits conducted by external providers

Conducts studies to reduce waste and increase efficiency

Assists in food research and development project

As needed, works as a reliever Quality Assurance in the production line/s or conducts other duties as instructed by the HACCP Team Leader/QA Head

Assists in the compliance of Occupational Safety and Health regulations and in the development of safety-related policies

As needed, performs other duties and responsibilities as may be deemed appropriate by the Management

A graduate of Bachelor of Science in Food Technology or any related field

Preferably with at least three (3) years working experience in a food manufacturing company or any related industry

Has adequate knowledge in GMP and HACCP food safety certifications

Proficient in computer applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

Excellent problem solving, organization, and communication skills

Can easily adapt to an organizational culture with systems and procedures

Capable of working with less supervision and ability to multitask

Has a mindset to learn and experience new things

Can work under pressure and can meet deadlines

Works well with others

Normal working hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 5:30pm

Current working hours due to pandemic: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm