Quality Manager (Required Experience in FMCG – Namkeen, Potato Chips, Kurkure & Bhujia)

Job Description: Quality Manager (FMCG – Namkeen, Potato Chips, Kurkure & Bhujia)

Position: Quality Manager

Industry: FMCG (Namkeen & Snacks – Potato Chips, Kurkure/Extruded Snacks, Bhujia)

Location: [Hiisar]

Experience: Minimum 7–12 Years (Mandatory experience in Namkeen/Snacks Industry)

Qualification: B.Tech/M.Tech in Food Technology / Food Science / Microbiology or related field

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance and control systems across all product lines including potato chips, kurkure/extruded snacks, and namkeen bhujia.
• Monitor complete production processes such as raw material inspection, mixing, extrusion, frying, seasoning, and packaging.
• Ensure product consistency in taste, texture, crispiness, color, oil content, and shelf life.
• Control and monitor critical parameters like frying temperature, oil quality (TPM/FFA), moisture levels, extrusion settings, and spice blending accuracy.
• Ensure strict compliance with FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000, and GMP standards.
• Conduct regular quality inspections and laboratory testing of raw materials (potatoes, besan, oil, spices) and finished products.
• Identify quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and sanitation across production and storage areas.
• Handle customer complaints related to product quality and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare and maintain all quality documentation, reports, and audit records.
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Train and supervise quality and production teams on food safety, hygiene, and best practices.

Required Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience in namkeen, potato chips, kurkure (extruded snacks), and bhujia production processes.
• In-depth knowledge of frying technology, extrusion processes, seasoning systems, and oil management.
• Expertise in food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quality control skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum 7–12 years of relevant experience in the namkeen/snacks industry (mandatory).
• Proven experience in handling quality for potato chips, kurkure/extruded snacks, and bhujia.
• Degree in Food Technology / Food Science / Microbiology or related field.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Strong coordination with production, R&D, and procurement teams.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining consistent product quality and food safety.

Note: Only candidates with hands-on experience in namkeen, potato chips, kurkure/extruded snacks, and bhujia manufacturing quality control will be considered.