This role is responsible for overseeing social compliance, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and food safety management within the organization. The position requires close coordination with all departments to ensure adherence to QMS and safety standards. The incumbent will play a key role in maintaining product integrity, cold chain management, and overall safety and security of products. Additionally, the role involves organizing internal audits, managing corrective and preventive actions, and preparing performance statistics to support continuous improvement efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate with all departments to uphold QMS and safety standards, ensuring each team understands and fulfills their responsibilities.
- Plan and conduct internal audits, followed by tracking corrective and preventive measures to address any non-compliance.
- Ensure product integrity through effective cold chain management and maintain safety and security protocols.
- Prepare and compile performance statistics across departments to monitor compliance and operational effectiveness.
- Organize Management Review Meetings according to schedule, prepare agendas, and facilitate coordination among stakeholders.
- Implement and maintain quality inspection procedures as per defined schedules.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards throughout the organization.
- Maintain food safety standards in line with regulatory and organizational requirements.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the QMS to guarantee consistent quality and safety.
- Monitor adherence to all procedures related to product safety and quality.
- Schedule and conduct training and awareness programs to enhance team knowledge and compliance.
- Develop and maintain team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), assist in reporting, and plan improvements aligned with service goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve all defined objectives.
- Adapt flexibly and positively to evolving challenges and pressures within the role.
- Perform any additional duties assigned by top management.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in managing social compliance, quality management systems, and food safety within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong understanding of QMS implementation and maintenance.
- Experience in conducting internal audits and managing corrective and preventive actions.
- Knowledge of cold chain management and product safety protocols.
- Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and communicate effectively across departments.
- Skilled in organizing management review meetings and preparing relevant documentation.
- Competence in developing KPIs and driving performance improvements.
- Commitment to maintaining health, safety, environmental, and food safety standards.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working in a food production or related industry is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with local and international compliance standards.
- Opportunity to work full-time in Islamabad with a competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs40,000 to Rs50,000.
- In-person work environment fostering collaboration and direct engagement with teams.
Candidates will be asked to provide details about their work experience, current designation, current salary, and expected salary during the application process. This position offers a dynamic work setting requiring adaptability and a proactive approach to quality and safety management.