Food Technologist – Quality Controller

Food Technologist – Quality Controller – A culinary condiments processing company in Dubai, UAE, is looking for a Food Technologist – QC with the following:

Job Responsibilites

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures, standards, and specifications for food production.
• Ensure all products comply with local and international food laws, HACCP, ISO, GMP, and customer requirements.
• Review and interpret customer specifications to ensure expectations are fully met.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to define quality requirements for raw materials and packaging from suppliers.
• 2. Production Monitoring & Process Control
• Monitor and inspect production processes to ensure adherence to quality and hygiene standards.
• Set quality benchmarks for raw materials, in-process checks, and finished products.
• Verify that manufacturing operations follow food safety, hygiene, and occupational health standards.
• Identify process inefficiencies, reduce waste, and suggest improvements to enhance productivity.

• 3. Data Analysis & Performance Reporting
• Collect, analyze, and document quality-related data using statistical tools and quality management systems.
• Prepare quality reports, KPIs, and trend analyses for management review.
• Measure performance, identify deviations or defects, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Review and update existing quality policies to align with continuous improvement goals.
• 4. Product Development & Innovation
• Collaborate with R&D teams to modify existing products or develop new food formulations.
• Research emerging technologies, ingredients, and consumer trends to support innovation.
• Select raw materials, ingredients, and packaging suitable for product development and cost optimization.
• Conduct product trials, stability tests, and scale-up processes for commercial production.
• 5. Supplier Management & Audits
• Evaluate and approve suppliers based on quality standards and certifications.
• Conduct supplier audits and assess raw material compliance and food safety practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and external certification bodies.

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• 6. Documentation & Traceability
• Maintain accurate documentation of quality procedures, test results, product specifications, and traceability records.
• Approve product labels, nutritional information, and packaging designs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation for internal and external audits (HACCP, ISO, regulatory authorities).
• 7. Product Launches & Cross-Department Collaboration
• Coordinate new product launches with production, procurement, logistics, and marketing teams.
• Estimate product costings based on raw material usage, manufacturing expenses, and packaging.
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at reducing production costs, minimizing waste, and improving sustainability.
• 8. Customer Feedback & Complaint Handling
• Investigate quality-related customer complaints or product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze complaint trends to prevent reoccurrence and improve product reliability.
• Communicate resolutions and technical feedback to relevant teams and clients.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Quality Control/Assurance in the food manufacturing or FMCG industry.
• Knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP, Dubai Municipality Food Safety regulations.
• Strong understanding of food processing, raw material functionality, and product shelf-life.
• Experience with quality management systems, documentation, and audit procedures.
• Good analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with statistical tools or QMS software is an advantage.

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