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About the Quality Control Inspector Role

Panda Retail Company, a member of the Savola Group, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join its Regional Quality team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to ensuring that all products entering the Panda Food Chain meet strict quality and safety standards, aligning with both local (SASO/SFDA) and international regulations. The role focuses on the receiving process, meticulously inspecting inbound deliveries to guarantee compliance with Panda's specifications and prevent the acceptance of sub-standard products, particularly within the Produce and Deli categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive quality inspections of all inbound deliveries prior to acceptance to ensure compliance with Panda specifications and quality standards.
• Verify that only products matching Panda's specifications are accepted, preventing sub-standard items from entering the Panda Food Chain.
• Ensure adherence to local (SASO/SFDA) and international quality and food safety standards.
• Schedule and prepare for the receiving of daily fresh deliveries.
• Follow Distribution Center (DC) receiving Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for product receiving plans and apply the sampling plan in conjunction with the Team Leader.
• Receive and check the temperature of vendor vehicles and products before offloading and before dispatch to stores.
• Provide recommendations to the Team Leader and Assistant QC Manager regarding the acceptance or rejection of deliveries based on established Produce & Meat Product Specifications.
• Document all non-conformities of received or rejected items, including photographic evidence, and report them to the Team Leader.
• Accurately complete all required receiving log documents and checklists in a timely manner during inspection.
• Confirm and ensure correct product storage practices according to product categories and appropriate storage conditions.
• Ensure conformance to Panda's receiving processes.
• Check Brix and Firmness for all relevant fruits based on specifications.
• Monitor the pest control system within the DC to ensure the absence of pest infection.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A diploma is required; college-level education is preferable.
• Mandatory previous experience in a related field, preferably in Fresh Produce or Grocery Food.
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance (QA) regulations set by the Corporate QA Team.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• The ability to reject deliveries and provide technical explanations to justify these decisions.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in QA regulations.
• Good command of the English language; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Adequate literacy skills, including computer and email usage, reporting, digital camera operation, and industrial thermometer usage.
• Ability to recommend improvements to standards and processes.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in a relevant quality control role.

About the Role

PepsiCo is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Senior Merchandiser to join our team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to our sales force, focusing on maximizing on-shelf presence and ensuring prominent product display across assigned outlets. You will contribute to a globally recognized company committed to PepsiCo Positive (pep+), a strategic transformation emphasizing sustainability and human capital. PepsiCo's diverse portfolio includes iconic brands such as LAY'S®, DORITOS®, CHEETOS®, GATORADE®, PEPSI®, and QUAKER®. We aim to be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by creating value and growth responsibly within a dynamic and inclusive environment that embraces new ideas.

Key Responsibilities

• Call on specific Out-of-Territory (OT) outlets according to the daily journey plan provided by your supervisor.
• Merchandise Frito-Lay products within assigned OT stores across various access points, including shelves, stands, and floor displays.
• Place Point of Sale (POS) materials adjacent to Frito-Lay displays where applicable.
• Ensure all access points are merchandised in accordance with approved planograms.
• Rotate product using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method and remove any sub-standard products.
• Maintain a clean and fresh stock of Frito-Lay products on the shelf at all times.
• Monitor and report on competitive activities within the market.
• Report any deviations from agreed terms with your assigned OT customer/outlet.
• Report daily activities of the prior day to your supervisor.
• Participate in sampling or redemption campaigns when required.
• Conduct in-store sampling sessions and/or promotions when required.
• Adhere to planograms for both on-shelf and off-shelf displays.
• Report any non-compliance with agreed arrangements to the pre-seller immediately.
• Supply the pre-seller with the latest market information to capitalize on selling opportunities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must possess a valid driving license.

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a service-level oriented approach to work.

Performance Measures

Key Performance Measures for this role include Execution Standard, LTA enforcement, and Journey plan adherence.

About the Role

Napco National is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented QC Inspector to join their team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is ideal for an individual looking to build a career in quality control within a manufacturing environment. The QC Inspector will play a crucial role in ensuring that all products meet stringent quality standards throughout the production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-production inspections of the Job First Time (JFT) to ensure readiness.
• Inspect raw materials before the commencement of production to verify compliance with specifications.
• Perform initial QC inspections during production start-up to establish quality benchmarks.
• Conduct ongoing online inspections throughout the production process to monitor quality continuously.
• Effectively segregate non-conforming materials by applying HOLD tags and release conforming materials with QC PASSED tags.
• Oversee the scrapping of HOLD materials, ensuring adherence to the QA Unit Head's recommendations and operational approvals.
• Collect appropriate samples for each new order printing or production run to facilitate job jacket preparation.
• Compile and report daily inspection sheets to the Unit Head.
• Ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities to the next shift by meticulously updating the logbook.
• Report any non-conformances directly to the Unit Head and actively follow up on the implementation of corrective actions.
• Notify the Shift Supervisor and machine crew immediately upon identifying non-conforming products.
• Conduct final Finished Goods (FG) shipping inspections during each loading process and provide clearance upon confirmation of conformance.
• Approve the First Piece Production for each job order.
• Have the authority to halt production on any machine if non-conforming products are identified.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience in a Quality Control role.

Required Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures and guidelines.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and notification.
• Problem-solving skills related to quality issues.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.