QA Analyst (Instrumentation)
Summary
Quality assurance analyst at a food ingredients manufacturer who tests finished goods to keep regulated items within required limits, verifies QA records, calibrates lab instruments, issues deviation reports, and assists with sensory evaluation programs. Requires a licensed chemist/chemical technician with 2-3 years of food-industry experience.
Job Summary
Quality Assurance Analyst role is to religiously analyze regulated items and ensures implementation of quality control on all products. Verifies that the item produced are within the requirement and report any deviation.
Key Responsibilities
Regularly testing of finished goods to ensure the concentration of regulated items are within the required limits.
Evaluation of monitored and recommends disposition or corrective action of non-conforming product.
Ensure the integrity, completeness and correctness of QA records through review and verification
Performs basic troubleshooting of the equipment used for analysis
Ensures that laboratory equipment/instruments are calibrated based on calibration masterplan
Review and / or verify OPRP / CCP records
Issue Internal Deviation Report and follow up on the corrective actions regarding to OPRP / CCP related deviation
Answer Corrective Action from customer in case there is a complain
Assist in updating the laboratory procedures and instruction
Ensure the integrity, completeness and correctness of QA records through review and verification
Verifies if the checklists are being followed on a step-by-step basis
Takes note of the non-compliance action and report it to the team lead and members
Monitors and maintains a sufficient inventory level of laboratory chemicals, reagents, glassware and consumables
Request quotation and accomplished corresponding product request in advance to avoid shortage of stocks
Assists in the preparation and execution of annual sensory program.
Summarizes and reports the outcome of sensory evaluation.
Qualifications
Licensed Chemist/Chemical Technician
At least 2-3 years of experience in food product development, culinary arts, sensory analysis, or a related field
Have strong understanding of food chemistry, microbiology. food safety principles, and regulatory requirements
Experience in formulating food products and conducting sensory evaluations
Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality assurance protocols
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines