Laboratory Manager- Food and Beverage, Saudi Arabia

Almarai Food and Beverage company in Saudi Arabia is hiring a Laboratory Manager to manage the Quality Control Team :

Job Responsibilities

• Manage Quality Control Team: Oversee daily operations of the quality control laboratory, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Implement Advanced Techniques: Introduce and adopt the latest techniques and technologies in quality control and food safety.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with industry standards, including HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, ISO 14001, and AIBI certifications.
• Quality Improvement: Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies for quality assurance processes.
• Operational Problem Solving: Address and resolve quality and hygiene issues in the poultry processing environment.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct thorough data analysis and generate detailed reports to support decision-making.
• Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership and management to the quality control team, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Training and Development: Train and mentor team members on best practices in quality control and food safety.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on quality standards.

Job Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the poultry processing plant industry or a similar environment.
• Quality Management Expertise: Proven ability to work with quality management systems, with a focus on quality control aspects.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated experience in solving quality and hygiene operational issues.

• HACCP Proficiency: Strong proficiency with HACCP systems like HACCP Level 4.
• Formal Certifications: Possession of formal qualifications in ISO 9001, ISO 22000, ISO 14001, and AIBI.
• Knowledge of Standards: In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership Abilities: Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in data analysis and report writing.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.