Quality Analyst(Food Industry) BRC Experiences candidate

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Monitoring:
• Oversee daily quality control checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform sensory analysis, including taste, texture, color, and aroma evaluation for products like pickles, jams, and chikki.
• Laboratory Testing:
• Conduct and supervise laboratory tests for microbiological, chemical, and physical parameters of food products.
• Analyze the nutritional content of products in line with industry standards.
• Ensure that preservatives, additives, and other ingredients are used within permissible limits.
• Process Control & Improvement:
• Monitor the production process to ensure adherence to product specifications and quality standards.
• Investigate and troubleshoot any quality-related issues that arise in production or packaging.
• Propose and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain comprehensive records of quality control tests, audits, and inspections.
• Prepare and submit regular quality reports, summarizing findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure that all quality control documentation complies with internal and external audits.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards like FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), ISO 22000, and other relevant regulations.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure that proper traceability of products is maintained.
• Supplier and Raw Material Evaluation:
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of raw materials received from suppliers.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure the quality of ingredients and packaging materials meet specifications.
• Training & Team Coordination:
• Train and educate production and processing teams on quality standards, food safety practices, and corrective action procedures.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, production, packaging) to ensure a quality-driven approach to manufacturing.
• Product Innovation Support:
• Assist in the development and testing of new food products or variations of existing products.
• Support product formulation changes to meet consumer preferences and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Education: BTech / MTech in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in food manufacturing and quality control, preferably in pickles, jams, groundnut chikki, or similar food products.
• Technical Skills:
• Knowledge of food processing techniques, packaging standards, and food safety protocols.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and food testing instruments.
• Strong understanding of food quality standards, regulations, and certifications (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Problem-solving mindset and the ability to work under pressure.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in managing or implementing food safety audits.
• Familiarity with quality management software.
• Hands-on experience in pickling, jam preparation, or confectionery production.

Work Environment:

• The position requires working in a production facility, so adherence to hygiene and safety standards is essential.
• Some hands-on tasks in the laboratory or production area may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹350, ₹400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person