Quality Manager (9+ Yrs, Food / FMCG, Sonipat)

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with quality parameters across all production stages and escalate deviations as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in SAP and ensure timely compliance with certifications related to quality and food safety.
• Coordinate with stores for material issuance required for QC lab operations.
• Liaise with maintenance teams and equipment vendors for calibration and preventive maintenance of lab equipment.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of observations.
• Enforce SOPs, safety protocols, and hygiene standards during sampling and lab operations.
• Monitor departmental budget adherence.
• Provide feedback to the central quality team for updates to policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate on developing and updating product specifications, including criteria for acceptance or rejection.
• Communicate updated quality standards to relevant departments such as production and procurement.
• Implement quality control measures at each production stage.
• Review and implement CAPA for plant-level quality and food safety issues.
• Analyze quality reports and MIS data to identify trends and introduce preventive controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in plant quality performance.
• Ensure compliance with certifications and regulatory audits.
• Address customer queries and audit-related observations promptly.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned, either as standalone projects or regular tasks.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications :

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. / Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related fields
• Certifications in quality management are a plus

Experience :

• 9-12 years of experience in managing quality functions in a manufacturing setup, preferably in FMCG (rice / agri-products / foods)
• Hands-on experience in quality assurance, control, and sample checks across RM, in-process, and FG stages
• Proficiency in analyzing quality reports and implementing CAPA
• Familiarity with audits, certifications, statutory norms, and compliance standards

What's on Offer

This role offers a chance to lead impactful quality initiatives while gaining broad cross-functional exposure, making it ideal for professionals seeking strategic ownership and career growth in manufacturing.

Skills Required

Audits, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Capa, Certifications, Sap