QHSE Assistant – Meat Industry

A Meat Industry in Sharjah, UAE is looking for a QHSE Assistant with the following:

Job Responsibilities

• HACCP and GMP Compliance:
  Maintain and implement HACCP documentation, ensuring all quality and safety practices are followed in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Quality Monitoring and Reporting:
  Monitor and report daily quality-related activities to the Quality Manager, highlighting any deviations or improvements required.
• Department KPIs:
  Contribute to achieving departmental Key Performance Indicators by actively supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Incoming and In-Process Material Inspection:
  Conduct thorough inspection, sampling, measurement, and evaluation of all incoming raw materials, pre-mixes, in-process materials, packaging, and finished products such as sandwiches.
• Traceability and FIFO Compliance:
  Ensure proper documentation and tracking of batch numbers, production dates, expiry dates, FIFO (First In, First Out), and product traceability in compliance with internal quality standards.
• Food Safety and Hygiene Compliance:
  Maintain safety and hygiene protocols across the production facility in compliance with UAE food safety regulations and international standards.

• Import/Export Regulatory Compliance:
  Verify that all imported and exported food items comply with the respective national and international food laws and halal certification requirements.
• Non-Conformance Management:
  Identify and report non-conformities in products and processes. Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure timely resolution and release of products for sales and distribution.
• Quality Demerit Index:
  Measure and report Quality Demerit Index (QDI) for daily operations, supporting proactive quality improvement.
• Workplace Safety Observations:
  Monitor and report unsafe working conditions, equipment malfunctions, and environmental hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• HACCP & ISO Prerequisite Programs:
  Maintain and implement prerequisite programs for food safety systems including ISO 22000, HACCP, and internal audit requirements.
• Customer Complaints Handling:
  Assist in resolving customer complaints, including documentation, investigation, and implementation of corrective actions as directed by the Quality Manager.

• Sensory and Laboratory Support:
  Participate in sensory evaluations and support laboratory testing activities as needed.
• Additional Duties:
  Perform other reasonable duties as assigned to support the Quality and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) department.

Job Qualifications

• Experience:
  Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the food manufacturing industry, preferably in ready-to-eat or halal food production environments.

QHSE Assistant vacancy at a leading Meat Industry in Sharjah, UAE ; with

• Bachelor of Science(Food Technology, Microbiology), Master of Science(Food Technology, Microbiology)

• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of real halal principles, food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000), and GMP compliance.
• Software Skills:
  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Quality Assurance Skills:
  Skilled in quality reporting, product evaluation, SOP adherence, and non-conformance management.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory.
• Analytical Skills:
  Ability to identify issues, analyze data, conduct sampling and measurements, and take follow-up actions based on quality outcomes.