Job Description

The Quality Control Lead (Lab) will oversee laboratory governance and ensure excellence in analytical testing across all stages of production. This role is critical in driving compliance, product integrity, and continuous improvement while leading a team of lab technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Lead all QC testing activities for incoming materials, in-process checks, finished goods, and sensory evaluations.
• Ensure full adherence to GLP, calibration schedules, and accuracy of analytical results.
• Standardize analytical methods, test procedures, and reporting practices in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Act as the subject matter expert for analytical methods, ensuring integrity of results for product release decisions.
• Oversee timely and accurate inspection/testing of raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
• Make informed product disposition decisions (release/on-hold/rejection) based on analytical results and risk assessments.
• Support NPD projects, shelf-life studies, and special batch trials through robust analytical evaluation.
• Review and validate supplier COAs and quality documentation for compliance; lead investigations of supplier non-conformance.
• Maintain complete and compliant laboratory documentation, SOPs, and test records in accordance with FSSC 22000, ISO, HACCP, and GMP standards.
• Track, analyze, and report laboratory KPIs and non-conformances to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop lab technicians to strengthen technical competency and analytical capability.

Opportunities for career advancement in a well established food manufacturerAttractive remuneration packages

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in food manufacturing, preferably in laboratory or analytical quality operations.
• Strong knowledge of FSSC 22000, GMP, GLP, ISO, and HACCP standards.
• Proven capability in analytical method validation, process control, and quality assurance systems.
• Hands-on understanding of thermal process validation, sterilization, and process parameter monitoring.
• Ability to analyze complex quality issues and make sound risk-based decisions under pressure.
• Demonstrated experience in leading technical investigations and driving effective resolutions.
• Strong planning, organization, and time management skills; able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build collaboration.
• Experience in coaching and developing lab technicians to enhance technical capability and performance.

Our client is a well-established large organization in the food manufacturing industry, recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation. Based in Selangor, the company is known for delivering exceptional products and services while maintaining a strong presence in the market.

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a leading company within the food manufacturing industry.

Skills Required