Food Quality Manager

Role DescriptionA Food Quality Manager oversees food quality, safety, hygiene, and compliance across production and operational processes. The role ensures products meet company, customer, and regulatory standards while improving quality performance and reducing risks.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain food quality and safety standards.Oversee quality control, inspections, testing, and audits.Monitor raw materials, production processes, and finished products.Manage HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and other quality systems.Investigate quality issues, customer complaints, and non-conformities.Coordinate with production, procurement, warehouse, and operations teams.Manage supplier quality and product specifications.Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.Monitor quality KPIs and implement corrective and preventive actions.Lead continuous improvement initiatives and quality training.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Safety, Quality Management, or a related field.Experience in food quality, food safety, QA, QC, or food manufacturing.Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food hygiene, and quality management systems.Experience with audits, inspections, product testing, and corrective actions.Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of UAE/GCC food safety regulations is advantageous.