Quality Control Specialist
Manpower Malta
- Jeddah, Makkah
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct comprehensive testing of products to ensure adherence to quality standards and legal requirements, documenting all quality tests, procedures, and standards.
- Monitor product development and manufacturing processes to detect deviations from desired quality benchmarks.
- Propose modifications in manufacturing processes, methods, or materials to enhance product quality and increase production yield.
- Raw Material and Finished Good
- Perform thorough reviews of records and data from incoming materials and production processes to verify compliance with specifications.
- Approve products that meet quality specifications and reject those that are defective.
- Spearhead the development of material risk assessments and process improvement initiatives, aiming to elevate quality control standards for subsequent production cycles.
- Implement and maintain regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
- People Management
- Develop comprehensive training programs for personnel on quality procedures and food safety standards. Lead by example to instil a culture of safety and quality in all work operations.
- Provide continuous training and updates on the latest industry standards and best practices.
- Foster a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to voice concerns and suggestions regarding food safety and quality.
- Bachelors degree in food science/food technology, Engineering, or related field (Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Biotechnology).
- Minimum of 6 years of quality assurance/quality control experience within food manufacturing operations, of which 2 + years in leadership role.
- Performance Management
- Regulatory
- Training & Development
- Supervisory Skills
- Knowledge of and experience with ISO 9001, GFSI Quality Systems
- Business Process Re-engineering
- Root Cause Analysis (e.g., FMEA, SWOT, Ishikawa, Fish Bone)
- Technical / Food Processing automation/ Validations
- Statistical Data evaluation
- Auditing (internal, external)
- ERP system knowledge
- Physical / chemical Analysis & IPC control
- Competencies
- Motivation /Modelling (Leading by Example)
- Developing People
- Monitoring & Measuring
- Programme and Project Management*
- Influencing and Impact, including Conflict Management
- Assertiveness
- Strategic Thinking & Change Management
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service Orientation
- Judgement & Decision Making
- Presentation and Facilitation
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Drive for Results
- Quality & Rule Orientation
- Teamwork