JOB TITLE QA Shift In-Charge (Dairy UHT)

DEPARTMENT

Quality Assurance

JOB PURPOSE To ensure that all quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies are strictly adhered to during the production shift, with a specific focus on the Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) dairy processing line. The role involves supervising QA activities, monitoring critical quality parameters, and ensuring product safety and integrity from raw material to finished product.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the Quality Assurance team during the assigned shift.
- Monitor and control critical process parameters for the UHT dairy line, including temperature, time, pressure, flow rate, and aseptic conditions.
- Conduct regular in-process and finished product quality checks, including microbiological, chemical, and physical analyses, to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Ensure strict adherence to Valuable Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP principles, and other relevant food safety standards (e.g., ISO 22000, FSSC 22000).
- Perform line audits to identify potential quality risks and ensure proper sanitation and hygiene practices are maintained.
- Investigate quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints, documenting findings and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Maintain accurate and complete quality control records, reports, and documentation for traceability and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate effectively with Production, Maintenance,



and other departments to resolve quality issues promptly and prevent recurrence.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and release of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
- Train and mentor QA team members on quality procedures, testing methods, and safety protocols.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of new quality control procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all local and international food safety regulations.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION

- WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, with a significant portion focused on UHT dairy processing lines.
- TARGET INDUSTRY/COMPANY: Reputable Dairy, Food & Beverage manufacturing companies with advanced processing capabilities.
- QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- KNOWLEDGE IN DEPTH: Comprehensive understanding of UHT processing technology, aseptic packaging, dairy product manufacturing, quality control methodologies, GMP, HACCP, and relevant food safety standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- SKILLS: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Proficient in using laboratory equipment and quality management software.

- SALARY: To be discussed based on experience and qualifications.

REPORTING TO Quality Assurance Manager / Head of Quality

DIRECT REPORTS QA Technicians / QA Assistants

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