Key Responsibilities:
Quality Management & Compliance
Develop, implement, and monitor Quality Management Systems (QMS) across the plant.
Ensure compliance with FSSAI, Food Safety Act, and applicable statutory requirements.
Maintain and update quality manuals, SOPs, work instructions, and records.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications and regulatory standards.

Food Safety & HACCP
Lead the HACCP, GMP, GHP, and Food Safety Management Systems.
Identify food safety hazards and establish preventive and corrective actions.
Conduct periodic risk assessments and validation activities.
Monitor CCPs and ensure effective implementation.

Audits & Certifications
Plan and handle internal, external, and customer audits.
Lead certifications such as ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 / BRC / IFS / ISO 9001 (as applicable).
Coordinate with certification bodies and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
Prepare audit reports and implement CAPA.

Quality Control & Testing
Oversee raw material, in-process, and finished goods quality control.
Ensure proper sampling,



testing, and analysis of chilli paste, sauces, and other food pastes.
Monitor microbiological, chemical, and sensory parameters.
Approve or reject materials and products based on quality standards.

Vendor & Raw Material Quality
Evaluate and approve raw material suppliers.
Conduct supplier audits and manage incoming material quality.
Ensure traceability of raw materials and finished products.

Documentation & Traceability
Maintain batch records, COAs, deviation reports, and quality logs.
Ensure product traceability and recall management systems are in place.
Handle customer complaints, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Team Management & Training
Lead and develop the QA/QC team.
Conduct food safety and hygiene training for production and warehouse staff.
Promote a robust quality and food safety culture across the organization.

Continuous Improvement
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