Food Safety Assessment

1. Ensure the implementation of the company’s food safety & quality system at the factory operations level. 2. Plan, monitor, and conduct inspections on incoming materials. 3. Monitor the performance of quality and compliance with company SOPs and work instructions. 4. Conduct audits on suppliers to ensure adherence to quality standards. 5. Maintain the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP. system for materials, process steps, and utilities. 6. Conduct internal audits of the food safety & quality systems. 7. Coordinate food safety and quality audits by external auditors. 8. Conduct routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP. inspections within the factory. 9. Participate in food safety & quality improvement projects. 10. Coordinate the release of materials and finished goods. 11. Verify records for Critical Points (CP., Critical Control Points (CCP., and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRP. within the factory. 12. Initiate traceability/mock recall exercises. 13. Implement food safety validation and verification activities. 14. Organize management review meetings to discuss food safety & quality performance. 15. Investigate deviations/non-conformities and implement corrective actions. 16. Plan and execute sensory evaluation sessions. 17. Plan and implement material and finished goods monitoring plans and environmental monitoring program 18. Participate in operations reviews at the factory level. 19. Monitor consumer feedback and respond accordingly. 20. Train quality assistants and peers on food safety & quality topics. 21. Conduct line inspections before start-up to ensure compliance with quality standards.

1. Establish, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate activities and resources to ensure that company processes and products consistently meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. 2. Develop the Quality Strategic direction for the company. 3. Support the company's commitment to quality mindset and zero defects. 4. Drive continual improvement in quality. 5. Communicate with Food Safety and Quality authorities or relevant bodies such as the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS., Ministry of Health (MOH., FMM MAFMAG. 6. Report incidents/critical issues and propose improvement strategies. 7. Manage regional quality budgets to support the Quality annual plan. 8. Uphold the company's food safety and quality policies. 9. Coordinate crisis management efforts. 10. Conduct on-the-job training for subordinates and new recruits, coordinating with the HR Training division for staff development and training programs. 11. Evaluate staff performance and make recommendations for annual increments, promotions, and skills development. 12. Ensure subordinates adhere to company safety rules and regulations at all times.

1. Assumes overall responsibility for the manufacturing facility's QA&QC strategies, objectives, policies, and processes, while maintaining oversight of the department's operational status. 2. Conducts reviews of quality testing policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards in food manufacturing and best practices. 3. Proficient in good laboratory practices (GLPs., good manufacturing practices (GMPs., and regulatory requirements and guidelines in food safety management and control, including ISO standards and Hazards and Critical Control Points (HACCP. system. 4. Directs internal and external audits and leads investigations into major quality deviations in the organization's products to determine their root causes. Provides input into designing improved processes to maintain quality standards in the food production plant. 5. Demonstrates strong leadership skills to provide clear guidance on critical work activities and to develop skills and capabilities within the department. 6.Exhibits advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to consider issues from multiple perspectives to make well-informed and effective decisions for the department.

1. Develops sampling plans and procedures for testing product quality to ensure consistency and adherence to standards. 2. Maintains standards and quality processes in food manufacturing operations by verifying test results and audits for compliance with food safety regulations and requirements set by regulatory authorities. 3. Determines the optimal operating conditions for the laboratory's infrastructure and equipment and investigates underlying causes, technical faults, or practices that impact laboratory operations. 4. Develops standard operating procedures (SOPs. in line with good laboratory practices (GLPs., good manufacturing practices (GMPs., regulatory requirements, and guidelines in food safety management and control, such as ISO standards and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP. system. 5. Possesses excellent analytical skills and sound judgment for establishing critical guidelines, parameters, and procedures within the laboratory and with other functional departments in the organization. 6. Must be able to supervise and guide others, work well in a team, and possess strong communication skills to interact effectively with others to achieve organizational objectives.

1. Monitors sampling and product quality testing activities, conducting non-standard quality tests, and managing documentation of data and test results. 2. Implements operating criteria for laboratory equipment and materials used in testing food products, packaging, and manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with organizational standards in food safety and quality. 3. Implements standard operating procedures (SOPs. and workflow improvements in the laboratory to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 4. Utilizes critical and analytical thinking to review data, identifying discrepancies against set criteria, and initiating corrective actions as needed. 5. Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve work objectives and maintain quality standards.

1. Supports process and product quality testing activities by preparing equipment and materials and assisting in executing tests to identify processes and products that do not meet specified requirements in food safety and manufacturing. 2. Conducts laboratory tests to identify lapses in production line conformance to food safety and hygiene standards, contributing to the maintenance of quality control (QC. protocols. 3. Assists in managing the QC laboratory by performing routine monitoring and maintenance of laboratory infrastructure and equipment, recording laboratory data, and preparing the laboratory for audits. 4. Demonstrates a systematic mindset to ensure materials are available and protocols are verified before commencing testing procedures. 5. Exhibits a willingness to learn and adapt, applying basic analytical skills to identify issues and propose solutions within their area of work.