Quality Assurance Senior Manager (F&B Manufacturing) | Cebu
Summary
Leads quality assurance and food safety programs for an F&B manufacturing operation in Cebu, overseeing audits, regulatory compliance (FDA, NMIS, BFAR), and QA staff management.
Quality Assurance Senior Manager
Danao City, Cebu | On-site | Full Time; Dayshift
Key Responsibilities
- Design, plan, and implement overall quality assurance and food safety programs across all operating units.
- Review, audit, and analyze the execution of QA programs and procedures to ensure consistent standards.
- Coordinate with internal and external regulatory bodies to maintain compliance with FDA, NMIS, BAI, BFAR, LGU, and legal mandates.
- Perform audits on suppliers, toll processors, bakeries, and depots, preparing status reports and managing critical product safety issues.
- Recommend improvements for test equipment, facility upgrades, and process streamlining to optimize quality operations.
- Lead staff selection, training, performance evaluations, and workforce planning while maintaining alignment with QAD standards.
Qualifications
- Licensed Chemist, Chemical Engineer, Chemical Technician, or holder of a valid PRC license (Required).
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- 8–10+ years of experience in Food Quality Assurance, R&D, or Manufacturing (10+ years in multinational food manufacturing highly preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years in a managerial role with proven people management experience.
- Deep knowledge of Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering, Microbiology, and Physiochemical Analysis.
- Strong expertise in Quality Management Systems (HACCP, ISO Systems, SPC) and regulatory practices (GMP, GWP, GLP).
- Based in or willing to relocate to Danao City, Cebu or nearby municipalities.