- Quality Inspections: Perform routine inspections of products during various stages of production to ensure they meet specified quality standards.
- Testing and Sampling: Conduct tests and take samples of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Documentation: Accurately record and maintain quality assurance data, including inspection results, test findings, and any non-conformities.
- Non-Conformance Management: Identify and document any deviations from quality standards, and work with the production team to implement corrective actions.
- Process Monitoring: Monitor production processes to ensure that procedures are followed correctly and consistently, minimizing the risk of defects.
- Calibration and Maintenance: Ensure that all quality assurance equipment is properly calibrated and maintained, and report any equipment malfunctions.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, HACCP, BRC).
- Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and production efficiency.
- Reporting: Prepare and present quality reports to management, highlighting key issues and suggesting improvements.
- Training: Assist in training production staff on quality assurance standards and practices.
- Previous experience in a quality assurance or quality control role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment is desirable, full training to be given.
- Understanding of quality assurance principles, processes, and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify potential quality issues.
- Familiarity with quality assurance tools and equipment; basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
- Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to identify problems and suggest practical solutions.
- Willingness to work in various shifts if required.
- A certificate or diploma in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Experience working in food production is a plus.
- Knowledge of ISO standards, HACCP, or other quality management systems.
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Positive and inclusive work environment
- Onsite parking