Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Purpose of the Job

Quality Technologist is responsible for analyzing samples from water treatment to finished products packaging. The position holder is responsible for conducting following tests PH, Conductivity, Chemical concentration used in 05 Gallon bottler washer, analyzing packaging materials & implementing hygiene best practices. They must carry out internal audits and maintain records.

Key Accountabilities in detail with sub tasks

1. Operations Measurable KPIs

• Filling Line monitoring (Physical & chemical)-Product release for production based on initial release checks (pH, Conductivity, Product weight, Ozone checks etc.) as per Quality Manufacturing Control Points and sampling plan.

• CCP monitoring- Ensure CCP limits are as per the standards and update line Supervisor for corrective action if required.

• Ensure Packaging integrity thorough testing and update line supervisor for corrective action if required.

• Inspects packaging and raw materials as per company raw material receiving program. Prepares summary reports for supplier ratings, packaging and raw materials disposition. Identifies and properly disposes non-conforming materials and products.

• Participates in the qualification process (machine runnability, stability tests, pre- and commercial trials) of ingredients, raw materials and packaging materials.

• Responds on customer / consumer inquiries, and participates in cross-functional and food safety team for root-cause analysis.

• Ensures agreed CPAR are implemented in plant floor.

• Operates, maintains and calibrates laboratory instrument and equipment; reports any abnormalities of equipment. Develops skills in operating Ion-Chromatograph and other lab equipment.

• Verify and confirm the ingredient additions are done as per the recipe issued by Quality Assurance.

• Monitor temperatures of Raw Material and Packaging Material stores, Mineral, chemicals storage room and other areas and update line supervisor for corrective action if required.

• Monitor the effectiveness of the Machinery & tank cleaning by taking swabs as per the agreed schedules.

• Ensure adherence of floor cleaning as per the schedule.

• Monitor the general cleaning activities in the plant on daily basis and suitably assisting the cleaners as per the requirement.

• Work with Pest control contractor and related departments and ensure that the site is free of Pests. Ensure implementation of all Pest Control contract requirements.

• Carry out spot audits on daily basis and confirm set standards are met.

• Other assignments including taking care of Water treatment section in absence of Water treatment operator.

• Knowledge in HACCP Process

Desired Candidate Profile

• Qualification / Certification Degree in Chemistry /Microbiology or food related discipline
• Attention to Detail, Collaborative, Confidence, Communication, Flexibility, Work ethic.
• Languages Must have English
• Desirable Arabic
• Total Yrs of experience 3