Quality Head / FSTL- Oceanic Foods Limited Jamnagar Gujarat

About the Job – Quality Head / FSTL- Oceanic Foods Limited Jamnagar Gujarat – Food Technology Jobs

Qualifications – B.Tech in Food Technology
Designation – Quality Head / FSTL
Experience – Minimum 4 to 5 years of experience
Salary – As per the company Noms
No. of vacancy – 1

Oceanic Foods Limited Jamnagar Gujarat – Quality Head / FSTL

1. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

• Act as the Food Safety Team Leader (FSTL) under FSSAI and ensure full compliance with:

o Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
o Schedule 4 of FSSAI (GMP & GHP)
o Product-specific FSSAI regulations
o Legal Metrology, Packaging & Labelling Rules

• Liaise with FSSAI authorities, auditors, and inspectors during inspections and audits.
• Ensure timely renewal of FSSAI licenses, product approvals, and statutory registrations.
• Monitor updates in food laws and communicate regulatory changes to relevant departments.

2. Food Safety Management System (FSMS)

• Establish, implement, and maintain FSMS in line with:

o HACCP principles
o ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 (if applicable)

• Lead HACCP studies, including:

o Hazard identification
o CCP determination
o Control measures and validation

• Ensure proper documentation, implementation, and periodic review of:

o SOPs
o PRPs
o OPRPs
o CCP records

3. Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Define and enforce quality standards for raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Approve suppliers and raw materials based on quality and food safety criteria.
• Ensure incoming, in-process, and final product inspections are conducted as per SOP.
• Review and approve COAs, test reports, and batch release documentation.
• Monitor shelf-life studies and product stability.

4. Hygiene, GMP & GHP

• Ensure strict implementation of:

o Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
o Good Hygiene Practices (GHP)

• Oversee:

o Personal hygiene compliance
o Cleaning and sanitation programs
o Pest control management
o Water quality monitoring

• Ensure hygiene zoning and cross-contamination controls are maintained.

5. Training & Awareness

• Conduct regular food safety and hygiene training for:

o Production staff
o QA/QC teams
o Contractual and housekeeping staff

• Ensure employees are trained on:

o Personal hygiene
o SOP adherence
o Food safety hazards

• Maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness.

6. Internal Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Plan and conduct internal audits of production, QA, warehouse, and utilities.
• Identify non-conformities, recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and track closure.
• Lead management review meetings related to food safety and quality performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and food safety.

7. Customer Complaints & Product Recall

• Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes, and implement CAPA.
• Maintain and periodically test product recall and traceability systems.
• Ensure batch traceability from raw material to finished product.
• Handle market complaints and regulatory notices professionally.

8. Documentation & Record Control

• Ensure proper creation, control, and retention of:

o FSMS documents
o Quality manuals
o SOPs and records
o Audit reports and compliance evidence

• Ensure document version control and accessibility.

9. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with:

o Production
o Procurement
o Warehouse
o Maintenance
o HR

• Ensure quality and food safety requirements are integrated into daily operations and decision-making.

10. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and mentor the QA/QC team.
• Define roles, KPIs, and performance objectives for quality personnel.
• Ensure adequate staffing and competency within the quality function.
• Promote a food safety culture across the organization.

11. Risk Management & Crisis Handling

• Identify food safety risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Handle food safety incidents, deviations, and emergencies.
• Act as the primary authority during food safety crises.

Above is the illustrative list only as per the industry practices for the post of FSTL/ Quality Head. However, from time to time and as per the requirements of the organisation, additional duties/ responsibilities may be assigned connected with your post in the organisation.

Interested candidates can mail their CVs to – 

hr@oceanicfoods.com

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About the company –

Established since 1972 at Jamnagar, we are India’s leading manufacturer – exporter of dehydrated spices and vegetables with National and International Awards for outstanding export performances. Our goodwill and reputation in the market reflects the quality of products we deliver to our esteemed customers.

And because we use only the most modern technology, Oceanic’s products are rich in food value, consistent in quality, highly economical and available throughout the year regardless of the seasons. No wonder they are favourites of Cordon Bleu Chefs in U.K.,Canada, Russia, Japan, Australia, Germany, New Zealand ….. and the list goes on !

Uncompromising quality control practices and constant supervision by qualified food technologists made us leader in our industry and allowed us to maintain quality conforming to GFSI standards. As part of continual upgradation, we have adopted FSSC 22000 system certification, Halal Certification, Kosher Certification as well US FDA registration. Oceanic Foods is also a SEDEX complaint facility.