Officer / Executive- QA-QC

Role & responsibilities

Quality Control

• Perform analysis of crude oils, refined oils, and finished products.
• Conduct routine tests including FFA, Moisture, Peroxide Value (PV), Iodine Value (IV), Color, Soap Content, and other quality parameters.
• Monitor process quality during Degumming, Neutralization, Bleaching, Deodorization, and Fractionation operations.
• Verify compliance of products with FSSAI and customer specifications.
• Release raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods based on quality requirements.

Quality Assurance

• Implement and maintain QA/QC systems as per ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, and FSSC 22000 requirements.
• Review quality records, laboratory reports, and production documentation.
• Investigate quality deviations and customer complaints.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure traceability and proper documentation of all quality activities.

Laboratory Management

• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure calibration schedules are followed.
• Prepare and standardize laboratory reagents and chemicals.
• Ensure proper sample collection, retention, and testing procedures.
• Maintain laboratory records and test reports accurately.

Audit & Compliance

• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Assist in developing and updating SOPs, work instructions, and quality procedures.
• Participate in vendor quality assessments and supplier evaluations.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Train production personnel on quality awareness and GMP requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and quality enhancement.
• Monitor key quality indicators and prepare quality performance reports.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualification & Experience

• M.Sc in Chemistry
• Bachelor's Degree-in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 2-8 years of experience in edible oil refinery, solvent extraction plant, or food processing industry.
• Knowledge of edible oil refining processes and laboratory testing methods.
• Familiarity with FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 standards.

Technical Skills

• Chemical analysis techniques
• Instrument handling (GC, HPLC preferred)
• Documentation & audit readiness