Quality Assurance Officer

A Quality Assurance Officer will ensure that products arrive and depart in accordance with quality and safety standards, conduct quality control inspections and provide QC Reports.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review and improve current procedures and conduct regular audits for SOP compliance.
Monitor staff performance, providing guidance, and conducting essential training sessions.
Investigate product quality issues, conduct root cause analyses, and raise Improvement Reports.
Maintain a comprehensive filing system, complete daily QA checklists, and provide regular compliance reports.
Enforce quality and cleaning standards, promptly addressing any deviations.
Guide production teams, recommend improvements, and oversee the implementation of procedures.
Conduct daily FIFO spot checks and assess safety risks, communicating findings to relevant departments.
Identify training needs, foster a food safety culture, and train new employees.
Perform sporadic production checks and follow through on HSE minutes, findings, and improvements.
Track waste control, conduct cleaning inspections, and ensure strict adherence to product testing procedures.
Understanding of SOP Implementation.
Quality Control and Assurance.
Health and Safety Regulations.
Data Analysis and Reporting.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years proven experience as a QA Officer.
Certified Food Safety Manager - Certificate or Diploma.
HACCP certified with strong regulatory skills.
An understanding of microbiology and food technology.
Knowledge and understanding of poultry processing.
Variance Management.
DC External Audit Results.
Creation of training courses to address deficiencies in personnel or procedures.
Analytical thinker.
Detail oriented.
Effective communication skills.
Quality focused.
Good leadership and problem-solving skills.


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