Full-time
Advanced Baking Concept LLC - Dubai
A fresh-from-frozen bread and pastry manufacturer in the GCC is hiring a Senior Quality Officer with the following:
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee the implementation and adherence to food safety standards, including HACCP, GMP, and ISO protocols.
- Conduct routine inspections and audits of raw materials, production processes, and finished goods to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all quality assurance activities, including testing results, audit reports, and corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations and assist during external audits.
- Identify areas of improvement in production and quality processes and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate with production teams to minimize defects and reduce wastage.
- Train staff on food safety practices, quality control procedures, and personal hygiene as per PIC certification standards.
- Investigate customer complaints related to product quality or safety and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
- Monitor workplace hygiene and safety to ensure compliance with occupational health standards.
- Conduct regular hygiene inspections to uphold bakery industry standards.
- Assist in product trials and development, providing quality assurance expertise.
- Collaborate with procurement, production, and R&D teams to ensure high-quality baked goods.
Job Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or a related field.
- Certifications:
- PIC (Person In Charge) certification (mandatory).
- Additional certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, or other food safety systems are advantageous.
- Experience:
- 2-3 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control in the bakery industry.
- Familiarity with food safety audits and production inspections.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of bakery manufacturing processes and quality control systems.
- Proficiency in using laboratory equipment for food quality testing.
- Excellent communication skills for staff training and interdepartmental coordination.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to address quality issues.
- Good organizational skills to manage documentation and reporting.
- Visa Preference: Candidates on visit visas or canceled visas are preferred.
- Other Requirements:
- Knowledge of UAE food safety regulations and Dubai Municipality standards.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
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