About the Job – Quality Assurance Manager – ITC Limited Malur Karnataka
Role & responsibilities
To conduct Divisional Quality Audit of Own Factories of ITC and Contract Manufacturing units, reviewing of CAPA and ensuring timely closure of key audit observations, guiding factory team on effective closure of the points.
Reduction in the incidences of rejection on key raw material by conducting detailed Food safety and Quality Assessment of RM suppliers for the chronic defects.
Accountable for Consumer complaints reviews and effectiveness of its root cause analysis by continuous interaction with factory team.
Drive Quality culture programs & Engagement initiatives for creating Food Safety culture in the organization.
Develop and update Food Safety & Quality policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with regulatory requirements. Ensure that all policies are effectively communicated and adhered to across the organization.
Stay updated with relevant regulations and industry standards related to Food Safety and Quality. Ensure that the factory operations adhere to all applicable laws and guidelines.
Organize training programs to educate Factory team on quality standards, procedures, and best practices. Facilitate skill development to enhance the quality-related capabilities of the factory team.
Internal & External benchmarking by participating in various Competitions related to Food Safety.
Guiding projects and operation team of new upcoming factories for effective implementation of Food Safety and Quality standards as well as Hygienic Design of Food Factories.
Preferred candidate profile
Degree in Food technology, Food Science or equivalent
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in Quality and Food Safety Assessment, with relevant experience in handling Food Safety, process control, Hygienic Factory & Equipment Design, Sanitation, pest control etc.
Strong knowledge of Food Safety Systems and practices to Food Hygiene, Sanitation, SSOPs, GMPs
Working knowledge of GFSI standards, FSSAI, internal auditing certifications (FSSC 22000).
Experience and knowledge of ISO 22000, ISO 9000 and certifications in auditing principles
Strong computer skills including presentation, Word, excel, etc.
Ability to work on strategic planning in coordinated team work.
Hunger for improvements and ability for speedy execution.
Gives clear and honest feedback the good and the bad
Strong orientation towards Customer satisfaction, making things happen, Leading change with courageous attitude
Demonstrate confidence and clarity on overcoming obstacles
