QA Executive

​RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards specific to the food industry.
• Establish quality goals and objectives in alignment with organizational goals.
• Prepare and maintain quality assurance plans and schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Identify defects, deviations, and non-compliance issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP).
• Develop and execute test plans, including sensory, microbiological, chemical, and physical tests.
• Perform routine testing to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance with specifications.
• Document and report testing results, defects, and issues, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), HACCP plans, and quality manuals.
• Prepare reports and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Implement process improvements and best practices to enhance product quality and safety.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and projects, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier quality and performance.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve product quality.
• Provide training and support to employees on quality assurance processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality-related issues.
• Serve as a liaison between the QA department and other departments, including production, R&D, and procurement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess minimum Degree in Food Science & Technology
• 2-3 years relevant working experience in the related field in food manufacturing environment, preferably in the areas of sourcing and vendor management
• Trained on the requirements of the HACCP, GMP, and other food safety system, ISO 9001 Standard, if preferred
• Possess positive attitude, self-motivated and self-discipline
• Ability to work within deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze data and create and review processes
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Able to work independently and work under pressure
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia