Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Fresh Graduate or DAE-qualified Food Technologist to join their team as a Quality Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the quality assurance processes at an egg liquid manufacturing facility. Your duties will include monitoring raw material reception, ensuring the quality of in-process pasteurization, conducting finished product testing, and performing laboratory analyses to maintain high standards of food safety and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
Testing:
- Conduct daily physicochemical tests on raw eggs, pasteurized liquid eggs, yolk, and egg whites to ensure product consistency and safety.
Process & Plant Quality Monitoring:
- Monitor pasteurization parameters closely to guarantee product safety and regulatory compliance.
- Perform quality inspections on incoming raw eggs to verify their suitability for processing.
- Ensure that raw eggs are stored at appropriate temperatures to maintain freshness and prevent contamination.
Hygiene & Sanitation:
- Inspect daily plant hygiene practices and monitor the personal hygiene of factory workers to uphold sanitation standards.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and detailed daily laboratory reports, quality logs, batch records, and non-conformance reports (NCR).
- Assist in the implementation of Punjab Food Authority (PFA) food safety guidelines to ensure regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS/B.Sc. Hons) in Food Science & Technology OR Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in Food Technology or Food Processing.
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, with up to one year of experience in a food testing laboratory considered a strong advantage.
Preferred Qualifications and Competencies
- Familiarity with food safety standards such as HACCP, ISO 22000, and PFA/PSQCA regulations.
- Good knowledge of laboratory hygiene practices and proper handling of laboratory equipment.
- Basic computer literacy, particularly in MS Excel and Word, for recording test results and generating reports.
- Strong communication, observation, and decision-making skills to effectively manage quality control tasks.
Compensation
- Monthly salary range: Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000.
Location
- The position is based in Gujranwala and requires on-site attendance.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to start their career in food technology and quality control within a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role offers hands-on experience in food safety and quality assurance, providing a solid foundation for professional growth in the food industry.