Food Quality Controller

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished dairy products to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) and ensure adherence to HACCP and GMP guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining hygiene and sanitation protocols in production areas to meet food safety standards.
• Collect and analyze samples for microbiological, chemical, and sensory evaluations.
• Maintain accurate records of quality control tests, inspections, and deviations.
• Report any quality issues or non-conformities to senior quality controllers or the QA/QC manager.
• Support internal audits and external regulatory inspections by preparing necessary documentation.
• Work closely with production and packaging teams to ensure quality assurance measures are followed.
• Stay updated with food safety regulations, Dubai Municipality guidelines, and dairy industry best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Dairy Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Experience: Fresh graduates or up to 1 year of experience in quality control, preferably in the dairy or food industry.
• Resident in UAE.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations (training or internship experience is a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to conduct quality assessments accurately.
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing and dairy product specifications.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with different departments.
• Proficiency in MS Office for documentation and reporting.