QA & Qc Executive

**Primary Responsibilities**

The QA & QC Executive shall be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality for our imported fresh fruits. The QA & QC Executive will be responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control procedures throughout the entire supply chain, from sourcing to distribution. The QA & QC Executive will be instrumental in upholding our commitment to delivering premium-quality fruits to our customers.

**Quality Assurance**:

- Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements.
- Establish quality objectives and performance metrics to measure and improve the effectiveness of QA processes.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of warehouse, packing house and loading bay to verify compliance with quality standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with suppliers to address quality issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous improvement in product quality.

**Quality Control (QC)**:

- Design and implement quality control procedures for incoming raw materials, including fruit inspection, sampling, and testing.
- Establish product specifications, standards, and inspection criteria for fresh fruits based on sensory evaluation, quality attributes, and safety parameters.
- Conduct in-process and final product inspections to verify conformance to specifications and quality standards.
- Investigate quality-related issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.

**Documentation and Compliance**:

- Maintain accurate records of quality control activities, including inspection reports, test results, and supplier certifications.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and documentation requirements for imported fruits, such as phytosanitary certificates and country-of-origin labelling.
- Ensuring compliance with both local and international food safety regulations such as
- Food Act 1983
- Food Regulation 1985
- Food Hygiene Regulation 2009
- GFSI Global Food Safety Initiative
- GMP Good Manufacturing Practice
- HACCP
- ISO 9001:2008
- ISO 22000:2005
- Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certification
- Malaysian Standard MS 1500:2009 Halal Food.

**Fresh Fruits Testing and Analysis**:

- Perform sensory evaluations, laboratory tests, and organoleptic assessments to assess fruit quality, freshness, and ripeness.
- Utilize testing equipment and tools to measure attributes such as sugar content, acidity, and shelf-life characteristics.
- Interpret test results and provide recommendations to Warehouse Manager for product improvement or corrective actions.

**Continuous Improvement**:

- Train staff members involved in fruit handling and distribution on quality control procedures, hygiene practices, and safety protocols.
- Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices in fresh fruit quality assurance.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and quality enhancement within the supply chain.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality improvement initiatives and address customer feedback..

**Other Duties**
- Support warehouse operations during peak periods.
- Provide assistance to walk-in customers as required.

**Job Requirement and Qualification**

1. Degree/Diploma in Food Science, Agriculture, Biology, or related field.

2. Minimum 3 to 5 years working experience

3. Proven experience in quality control or assurance within the food industry, preferably in fresh fruit or produce.

4. Strong knowledge of fruit varieties, characteristics, and ripening processes.

5. Familiarity with quality standards, regulations, and certifications relevant to fresh fruit importation and distribution.

6. Proficiency in conducting laboratory tests and interpreting analytical data.

7. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with suppliers, colleagues, and customers.

8. Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and precision.

9. Problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.

Schedule:

- Fixed shift

Application Question(s):

- Do you have proven experience in quality control or assurance within the food industry, preferably in fresh fruit or produce.

**Experience**:

- QA & QC: 5 years (preferred)