Food Safety & Quality Specialist📣 Job Ad

About the Role

KMAS-SA is seeking a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Specialist to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of quality and food safety systems, ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations. The role involves enhancing the food safety culture and promoting continuous improvement within the organization.

As a Food Safety & Quality Specialist, you will play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality. This position requires a proactive approach to ensure all operations meet stringent regulatory requirements and contribute to the overall excellence of our food products and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality and food safety standards and procedures, as well as inspection and regulatory actions.
• Execute field audits to verify adherence to quality and food safety standards and regulatory requirements of relevant authorities.
• Monitor preparation, storage, and handling processes, ensuring the safety of products and the implementation of correct procedures.
• Review observations and complaints, analyze their causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Train and guide employees on best practices related to food safety and quality, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare daily reports and submit necessary recommendations for improvement, including closing any outstanding issues.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Food Sciences, Quality Management, Food Safety, or any related specialization.
• Experience in Quality Management or Food Safety, preferably with a focus on Food Safety and Quality Management systems.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the food sector or food/nutrition industry.
• Proven experience in supervising quality and developing multi-faceted processes.
• Good knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles.
• High skills in auditing and preparing reports and analyzing data.
• Ability to train, guide, and monitor daily operations.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.

Required Skills

• Food Safety
• Quality Management
• HACCP
• Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel)

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.