Executive-Quality

Job Summary

To ensure real-time quality monitoring and food safety compliance during production of UHT whipping cream; cooking cream and soft serve mix maintaining adherence to HACCP, microbiological standards, aseptic processing requirements, and packaging integrity norms. Adherence to IFFCO policies and procedures. Roles & Responsibilities

1. Process Quality Monitoring (UHT – DSI Line)

• Monitor CCPs and critical parameters (temperature, pressure, holding time, flow rate).
• Verify steam quality and sterilization conditions.
• Conduct in-process tests: Fat %, SNF, pH, viscosity, density, whipping performance.
• Ensure CIP/SIP validation before start-up.
• Review SCADA/temperature charts and process logs.
• Responsible for online inspections-: Pre-weigh checks, CCP (critical control point) monitoring, weight monitoring.

1. HACCP & Food Safety Compliance

• Implement and monitor HACCP plan.
• Record CCP monitoring and initiate corrective actions for deviations.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GHP, ISO/FSSC 22000, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain documentation and traceability records.
• Liaising with 3PL on Hold and Release of RM/PM/FG.
• Able to initiate and perform the Internal Audit with closure within the organisation.

1. Microbiological & Aseptic Control

• Collect aseptic samples for microbiological testing.
• Monitor sterility testing of UHT finished products.
• Responsible for timely releasing of FG and bulk batches in system.
• Support environmental monitoring in high-care areas.
• Investigate microbial deviations and implement CAPA.
• Responsible for timely releasing of FG and bulk batches in system.

1. Raw Material & Packaging Quality Assurance

• Monitor aseptic filling and sealing parameters.
• Responsible for receiving RM and PM as per quality requirements.
• Perform leak test, burst test, drop test, and seal integrity checks.
• Ensure correct coding, labelling, and net weight compliance.
• Investigate packaging defects (leakers, swollen packs, underweight).

1. Documentation & Audits

• Maintain BPR, CCP logs, deviation reports.
• Support internal, external, and customer audits.
• Participate in GMP and hygiene audits.

1. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone).
• Address process and packing issues affecting quality.
• Support quality improvement initiatives. KPIs
• Zero critical CCP deviations
• Sterility compliance rate
• Reduction in packaging defects
• Timely closure of audit non-conformities
• Reduction in customer complaints Work Experience Requirement Minimum 3 years of relevant functional experience at the field Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems. Understanding of UHT – Direct Steam Injection process. Dairy microbiology and sterility testing knowledge. Aseptic packaging systems understanding. Good analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills. Willingness to work in rotational shifts. Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or Diary Technology. Competencies Communicating effectively Self and Team Management