Company Description Aricha Trading Co. Ltd., operating under the Aricha Organic brand, is a long-established organic food processor and exporter with a strong focus on organic and natural spices. Founded in 1942, Aricha is part of The JALAN Group, a leading Indian business house with a legacy dating back to 1900 and a history as one of India’s largest jute product manufacturers and exporters. Aricha supplies premium organic spices and food products to markets in Japan, Europe, and other regions, supported by a robust supply chain and an innovative, passionate team. The company has pioneered exports of fresh vegetables from Eastern India to Europe and was the first exporter of fresh ginger from India to Europe, demonstrating its commitment to quality and innovation in global food trade. Role Description The Quality Control Manager is a full time, on-site role based in the Greater Kolkata Area. This role oversees quality assurance processes for organic spices and food products, ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer specifications, and relevant national and international regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include establishing and monitoring quality control procedures, supervising inspection and testing activities, reviewing batch records and documentation, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions when non-conformities are identified. The manager will collaborate closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to maintain consistent product quality across the supply chain, support audits and certifications,



and drive continuous improvement initiatives in line with organic and food safety requirements. The role also involves training and guiding team members on quality standards and best practices to uphold Aricha’s reputation as a reliable supplier in global markets. Qualifications
• Strong expertise in quality control and quality assurance within food processing or agro-based industries, including familiarity with inspection, sampling, and testing methods.
• Knowledge of food safety and regulatory standards (e.g., FSSAI, HACCP, ISO standards, organic certification requirements) and experience with audit and compliance processes.
• Ability to analyze data and quality metrics, interpret test results, and prepare clear quality reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Skills in process improvement, problem-solving, and root cause analysis to identify risks, define corrective actions, and implement preventive measures.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with production, procurement, logistics, and management teams.
• Experience leading or supervising quality teams, including training staff on quality procedures and food safety practices.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Food Technology, Food Science, Agriculture, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field; advanced certifications in quality or food safety are an advantage.
• Prior experience in organic food or spice processing and export environments, and familiarity with international buyer requirements, is highly beneficial.

📌 Quality Control Manager (Kolkata)
🏢 Aricha Trading Co.
📍 Kolkata