Associate Quality Assurance

Role Summary

We’re looking for a Associate Quality Assurance Inspector to join the team and focus on inspecting butchery and poultry products within our manufacturing facility to ensure adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Read standard operating procedures (SOPs) and specifications to comprehend the quality expectations for all butchery and poultry products.
• Select raw material and finished product samples for quality checks, utilizing appropriate inspection methods (e.g., assessing weight, cut specifications, temperature control, and packaging integrity).
• Use and calibrate measuring instruments such as thermometers, scales, and moisture analyzers to perform accurate quality and safety measurements.
• Analyze test results and inspection data to identify any deviations or non-conformities related to food safety and quality standards.
• Report inspection findings, document non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions. Follow established quality assurance and food safety protocols (HACCP, GMP).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with production employees and managers to ensure quality compliance throughout the manufacturing process.

Proven experience as a Quality Inspector or relevant role within a butchery/poultry manufacturing or processing facility. Strong knowledge of manufacturing quality control processes.

• Butchery experience or a strong understanding of meat cutting specifications and processing is highly preferred.
• Certificates:
  Food Safety Certification (e.g., HACCP, GMP, or equivalent) is essential.
• Knowledge of meat/poultry quality inspection techniques and food safety procedures.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments such as thermometers, pH meters, and calibrated scales.
• Understanding of QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) and Food Safety principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing inspections.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Make appropriate decisions, work independently, and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is a plus.