Quality Controller Officer – dates Factory

Dates Factory in Umm Al Quain, UAQ – UAE is looking for a Quality Controller Officer with the following:

Job Responsibilities

Raw Material Quality Inspection

• Inspect and assess all incoming raw dates for quality, size, moisture content, and absence of defects such as mold, insect damage, or fermentation.
• Reject or quarantine raw materials that do not meet company or UAE regulatory standards.

In-Process Quality Control

• Monitor sorting, grading, cleaning, and pitting processes to ensure consistent quality throughout production.
• Conduct sampling at different production stages to identify defects early and take corrective actions.

Finished Product Verification

• Check final packaged dates for quality attributes such as color, texture, taste, and packaging integrity.
• Ensure products are free from foreign objects and meet weight specifications.

Hygiene & Sanitation Oversight

• Verify that all production and packaging areas are cleaned and sanitized according to GMP and HACCP requirements.
• Monitor worker hygiene practices, including proper handwashing, protective clothing, and glove usage.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality inspection reports, checklists, and non-conformance records.
• Ensure product labeling meets UAE food labeling regulations regarding ingredients, allergens, expiry dates, and nutritional information.

Process Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with production supervisors to address quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• Recommend process adjustments to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Supplier Quality Assurance

• Conduct periodic evaluations and audits of raw material suppliers to ensure consistent supply quality.
• Provide detailed feedback to suppliers regarding product performance.

Audit & Certification Support

• Assist during internal audits, external audits, and inspections by Dubai Municipality, ESMA, and certification bodies.
• Ensure readiness for HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 audits.

Storage & Handling Supervision

• Monitor cold storage and ambient storage conditions to ensure dates are stored at optimal temperature and humidity levels.
• Check FIFO (First In, First Out) practices to prevent quality deterioration.

Food Safety Incident Management

• Identify potential contamination risks and report immediately to the Quality Manager.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

Job Qualifications – Quality Controller

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in quality control, preferably in dates processing or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and UAE food safety regulations.
• Attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic or Hindi/Urdu is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Male Candidates preferred.
• For more info : https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-qotuf-al-mobaraka-525688316/

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