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A leading FMCG Compnay in Kochi, Kerala is looking for a Quality Control Manager with the following:
Job Resposnibilites
- Developing & Implementing Quality Standards
- Establish, implement, and continuously improve in-house quality control systems, SOPs, and inspection protocols to meet seafood industry requirements.
- Ensure all production stages—from raw fish handling to packaging—meet international quality benchmarks.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with FSSAI, ISI, EIA, and MPEDA regulations and certifications relevant to seafood exports and domestic markets.
- Prepare and maintain documentation required for audits, inspections, and certifications.
- Audits & Inspections
- Conduct regular internal audits across plants, branches, and supplier facilities to verify compliance with quality and food safety standards.
- Oversee external and third-party audits, including preparation of reports and corrective actions.
- Customer Complaint Management
- Investigate and address customer complaints regarding product quality, safety, or consistency.
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.
- Label & Product Compliance
- Oversee accurate labeling of seafood products, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements.
- Supervise raw material inspections, lab analysis, and product release procedures.
- FSSAI Licensing & Renewals
- Manage FSSAI-related licensing processes, timely renewals, and annual returns to avoid any regulatory lapses.
- HACCP & Food Safety
- Lead the development and maintenance of HACCP plans and ensure continuous staff training on food safety protocols.
- Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and hygiene standards across all operations.
- Equipment Calibration & Lab Supervision
- Ensure regular calibration of all laboratory and production equipment for precise quality testing.
- Coordinate with labs for microbiological, chemical, and organoleptic testing of seafood products.
- Product Safety & Continuous Improvement
- Promote a culture of safe, compliant, and high-quality production practices across all departments.
- Identify areas for process improvement and implement new quality initiatives to enhance product standards.
Job Qualifications
- Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Fisheries Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
- Industry Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in quality control/assurance within the seafood industry, specifically dealing with fish processing and export requirements.
- Technical Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of FSSAI, EIA, MPEDA, ISI guidelines and seafood export documentation.
- Expertise in implementing and maintaining HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 standards.
- Experience in managing internal audits, external audits, and third-party testing.
- Skills:
- Excellent knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in seafood processing.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in maintaining quality documentation and reports.
- Ability to lead a team, conduct staff training, and ensure compliance across all units.
- Good communication skills for collaborating with regulatory bodies, suppliers, and customers.
- Other Requirements:
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining product integrity.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced seafood processing environment.
- Willingness to conduct field visits to suppliers, plants, and branches as required.