Quality Assurance Officer at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A Quality Assurance Officer will ensure that products arrive and depart in accordance with quality and safety standards, conduct quality control inspections and provide QC Reports
• Review and improve current procedures and conduct regular audits for SOP compliance
• Monitor staff performance, providing guidance, and conducting essential training sessions
• Investigate product quality issues, conduct root cause analyses, and raise Improvement Reports
• Advocate Food Safe Culture in the DC
• Assist DC Leadership in managing compliance with regards to food safety inspections and audits, internal and external
• Maintain, improve, and develop systems to support the company's food safety programs
• Organize and lead monthly food safety meetings
• Conduct weekly Quality inspections and feedback to DC Management
• Oversee Product quality throughout the production process
• Work with sanitation department to improve sanitation program and correct deficiencies
• Oversee and conduct annual and ongoing training for DC personnel
• Monitor industry and regulatory updates, trends, and news to keep the company informed and ahead of the curve
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system, complete daily QA checklists, and provide regular compliance reports
• Enforce quality and cleaning standards, promptly addressing any deviations
• Guide production teams, recommend improvements, and oversee the implementation of procedures
• Conduct daily FIFO spot checks and assess safety risks, communicating findings to relevant departments
• Identify training needs, foster a food safety culture, and train new employees
• Perform sporadic production checks and follow through on HSE minutes, findings, and improvements
• Track waste control, conduct cleaning inspections, and ensure strict adherence to product testing procedures
• Understanding of SOP Implementation
• Quality Control and Assurance
• Health and Safety Regulations
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Variance Management
• DC External Audit Results
• Creation of training courses to address deficiencies in personnel or procedures

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant field
• Minimum 3 years proven experience as a QA Officer