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About the Role

Hire Fellows is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor - Saudi National to join the production team of a fast-growing company operating across multiple markets. This full-time role is critical for maintaining high standards of quality, food safety, and compliance within the facility. The supervisor will have the authority to take immediate action when food safety standards are at risk and will collaborate closely with operations and kitchen leadership to foster a strong QHSE culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, and programs in line with applicable local, national, and international standards.
• Independently conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring across the facility and support CCP monitoring during facility commissioning.
• Perform regular QHSE audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards, non-compliance, and areas for improvement.
• Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions to address identified risks and issues, with the authority to halt or hold production when food safety standards are at risk.
• Lead food safety and quality incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions, ensuring incidents are documented and reported.
• Develop and maintain the facility’s HACCP plan, updating it as products, equipment, processes, or production volumes change.
• Manage the facility’s internal, supplier, third-party, and regulatory audit and certification calendar, ensuring continuous readiness for inspections.
• Conduct QHSE audits of suppliers and contractors to ensure external partners meet required standards.
• Deliver QHSE and food safety training to kitchen and production teams.
• Monitor QHSE performance metrics and report trends, risks, and findings to management.
• Stay informed on relevant regulations, certifications, food safety standards, and industry best practices.
• Recommend improvements to policies, processes, and controls to continuously strengthen QHSE performance.
• Collaborate with operations and kitchen leadership to embed food safety and quality into daily production and act as the independent QHSE voice in operational decisions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Saudi national.
• 5-6 years of experience in QHSE, food safety, quality assurance, or a similar role.
• HACCP certified.
• Proven experience independently managing CCP monitoring and food safety controls.
• Experience supporting or establishing QHSE processes within a new or commissioning facility is preferred.
• Previous experience working in a bakery, food production, or similar manufacturing environment is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of HACCP, food safety standards, QHSE systems, audits, and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct thorough incident investigations.
• Confidence in making independent decisions and taking ownership of food safety issues under production pressure.
• Comfortable exercising authority to hold or release production when required.
• Strong understanding of local food safety regulations and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Strong communication and training skills, with the ability to influence operational teams.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple audits, certifications, investigations, and compliance requirements.

Work Environment

This role operates within a fast-paced, growing production environment, requiring adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.