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Director – Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)

Location

Unjha, Gujarat

Industry

Food Processing – Spices & Pulses (Export-Oriented Unit)

Experience Required

Minimum 15 years in QA/QC within the food processing or agro-commodity export industry

Job Summary

The Director – QA/QC will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all quality assurance and quality control systems to ensure compliance with national and international food safety standards. The role involves ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, export certifications, and continuous quality improvement across processing, packaging, storage, and dispatch of spices and pulses.

Key Responsibilities

- Quality Management & Compliance

Develop and implement QA/QC policies aligned with FSSAI, ISO 22000, HACCP, BRC, US FDA, EU, and other export regulation

Ensure compliance with import country requirements for spices and pulses

Oversee internal and external audits, certifications, and customer inspections

Maintain documentation, SOPs, traceability records, and compliance reports

- Product Quality & Food Safety

Monitor quality parameters of raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products

Implement food safety controls for microbiological, chemical, pesticide residue, aflatoxin, and adulteration risks

Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Ensure hygiene, sanitation, and GMP/GHP compliance across the plant

- Export & Regulatory Affairs





Coordinate export-related quality documentation and certifications

Liaise with APEDA, Spices Board, Export Inspection Agency (EIA), and other regulatory bodies

Ensure compliance with international buyer specifications and contractual quality requirements

- Team Leadership & Training

Lead, mentor, and develop the QA/QC team

Conduct training programs on food safety, quality standards, and regulatory updates

Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement

- Supplier & Vendor Quality Management

Approve and audit raw material suppliers and third-party service providers

Ensure supplier compliance with quality and food safety standards

Monitor incoming material quality and corrective actions

Continuous Improvement & Risk Management

Implement process improvements to reduce rejections, complaints, and recalls

Monitor customer feedback and address quality-related issues proactively

Stay updated on global food safety trends and regulatory changes

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, or related field

Certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC, FSSC 22000 preferred

Robust knowledge of spices and pulses processing, cleaning, grading, milling, packaging

Hands-on experience with export markets (USA, EU, Middle East, etc.)

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in quality documentation, audits, and regulatory compliance

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