Job Description

We are looking for a results-driven and visionary Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality function at our Indore plant. The role demands a hands-on leader who can drive quality culture across the organization, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize lab operations, and lead transformative quality initiatives in line with international food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing QA/QC team with clear goals and accountability. Foster a proactive quality culture that encourages continuous improvement, discipline, and excellence. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment of quality objectives with business goals.

Product Quality & Lab Oversight

Supervise rigorous quality testing of durum semolina, including parameters like gluten, protein, moisture, granulation, and microbiological standards. Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and operation of all lab equipment. Maintain accurate and timely records of lab test results and initiate corrective actions where required.

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

Implement and uphold best practices in food safety as per FSSC 22000 and BRC standards. Prepare for and lead internal, customer, and third-party audits with confidence and precision. Maintain detailed documentation of QA systems, SOPs, and quality logs in compliance with global standards.

Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement

Apply modern quality tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why's, Fishbone Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, FMEA, and CAPA to investigate and solve quality issues. Drive continuous improvement projects in line with Lean and Kaizen principles.

Change Management

Lead and execute quality transformation strategies, introducing modern systems and processes across departments. Champion a quality-first mindset and ensure effective change adoption among teams.

Vendor & Supplier Quality

Conduct audits of Contract Manufacturing Units (CMUs) and critical suppliers to ensure raw material quality and compliance with company standards. Collaborate with procurement and production teams to close quality loops in the supply chain.

Customer Assurance

Handle customer feedback and complaints related to product quality, and lead CAPA processes to ensure resolution and prevention. Liaise with domestic and international customers on quality expectations and product specifications.

Candidate Profile:

Education:

B.Tech / M.Tech in Food Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
Experience:

Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance within the food processing industry, preferably in durum milling or pasta ingredient manufacturing.

Core Competencies:

Sound understanding of durum semolina quality standards and lab testing procedures. Strong leadership with the ability to manage teams, enforce discipline, and inspire ownership. Deep familiarity with FSSC 22000, BRC, and global food safety norms. Proficient in analytical tools, documentation, and quality reporting.
Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: ?700,000.00 - ?1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Provident Fund
Work Location: In person