Quality Assurance Manager
HRdians Consultancy —Surat, Gujarat
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- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
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Quality Assurance Manager

HRdians Consultancy
Surat, Gujarat

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Job details

Full-time
₹12,00,000 - ₹15,00,000 a year

Qualifications

Microbiology
Master's degree
Analysis skills
Quality assurance
Food Science
Bachelor's degree
Team management
Quality control
Kaizen
Manufacturing

Full job description

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager – Traditional Indian Sweets Manufacturing

Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control

Location: Surat

Position: QA Manager (TIS – traditional Indian sweets)

prefered - work experience in dairy and food industry

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Control Manager to oversee all quality-related activities in our traditional Indian sweets manufacturing unit. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and the company's quality specifications. The role involves managing monitoring production processes, implementing quality systems, conducting audits, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Raw Material Quality Control

Inspect and approve incoming raw materials including milk, khoa, ghee, sugar, dry fruits, edible oils, flavors, spices, packaging materials, and additives.
Verify supplier quality documents and Certificates of Analysis (COA).
Ensure all raw materials comply with FSSAI standards and internal specifications.
Monitor milk quality parameters including Fat, SNF, Acidity, MBRT, Adulteration, Antibiotic Residues, and Microbiological Quality.

Process Quality Control

Develop and implement quality control procedures for all manufacturing stages.
Monitor critical process parameters such as cooking temperature, moisture content, Brix, pH, frying conditions, and cooling processes.
Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Conduct regular in-process inspections and record observations.

Finished Product Quality

Approve finished products before dispatch.
Monitor product attributes including:
- Taste
- Texture
- Aroma
- Appearance
- Weight
- Shelf Life
- Packaging Quality
- Label Compliance
Conduct routine microbiological and chemical testing.

Laboratory Management

Manage the quality control laboratory.
Ensure calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Develop testing schedules for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods.
Maintain accurate laboratory records and reports.

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with:
- FSSAI Regulations
- HACCP
- GMP
- GHP
- ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000
- Legal Metrology requirements
Maintain documentation required for regulatory inspections.
Coordinate external laboratory testing where required.

Hygiene & Sanitation

Monitor plant hygiene and sanitation practices.
Verify Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) and Cleaning-Out-of-Place (COP) effectiveness.
Conduct environmental monitoring and swab testing.
Ensure pest control activities are effectively implemented.

Documentation & Records

Prepare and maintain:
- SOPs
- Quality Manuals
- Batch Manufacturing Records
- Quality Inspection Reports
- CAPA Reports
- Non-Conformance Reports
- Calibration Records
- Internal Audit Reports
Ensure document control and traceability.

Team Management

Lead and supervise QC executives, microbiologists, chemists, and lab technicians.
Conduct training programs on food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Customer Complaints & CAPA

Investigate customer complaints related to product quality.
Perform root cause analysis.
Implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Monitor effectiveness of corrective actions.

Audits

Conduct internal quality audits.
Coordinate customer audits and third-party certification audits.
Ensure timely closure of audit observations.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
Reduce quality deviations, product wastage, and customer complaints.
Implement quality improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles where applicable.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in:

Dairy Technology
Food Technology
Food Engineering
Dairy Science
Microbiology
Food Science

Minimum 5–10 years of quality control experience in dairy, sweets, confectionery or food manufacturing.
Experience in traditional Indian sweets manufacturing will be preferred.

Technical Skills

Knowledge of traditional Indian sweets manufacturing processes such as:
- Gulab Jamun
- Rasgulla
- Rasmalai
- Peda
- Barfi
- Kaju Katli
- Laddu
- Mysore Pak
- Kalakand
- Shrikhand
- Rabdi
Understanding of dairy chemistry and microbiology.
Knowledge of shelf-life studies.
Familiarity with laboratory instruments including:
- Lactometre
- GC Machine
- Gerber Equipment
- pH Meter
- Moisture Analyzer
- Brix Meter
- Incubators
- Autoclave
Strong knowledge of FSSAI regulations and food safety standards.

Core Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Leadership and team management
Decision-making ability
Documentation and report writing
Time management
Continuous improvement mindset

Working Conditions

Manufacturing and laboratory environment.
Rotational shifts may be required based on production schedules.
Regular interaction with production, procurement, maintenance, and regulatory authorities.

Preferred Certifications

HACCP Lead Auditor
ISO 22000 Internal Auditor
FSSC 22000 Certification
GMP & GHP Training

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