Al Douri Group, a leading name in the food manufacturing sector, is hiring a Quality Control Officer to join its Dubai operations. The role focuses on maintaining strict food safety standards, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance throughout the production process. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Food Safety Team Leader to ensure continuous process improvement, regulatory compliance, and effective quality monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Food Safety Team Leader (FSTL) to resolve food safety and quality issues in the factory.

• Ensure adherence to food safety regulations and internal manufacturing standards.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.

• Support certification, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Manage quality testing, sampling plans, and third-party testing documentation.

• Monitor hygiene teams and liaise with external pest control providers.

• Perform detailed label verification during new/existing product development.

• Confirm ingredients and nutritional information with R&D and Procurement.

• Draft and finalize finished goods specifications in compliance with regulations.

• Deliver regulatory food safety training and maintain training records.

• Provide induction training for new employees and manage documentation.

• Coordinate shifts, attendance, and overtime reports for QC and Hygiene teams.

• Participate in root cause analysis for customer complaints and document findings.

• Conduct site visits to ensure quality control process implementation.

• Maintain certification compliance documentation and calibration records.

• Support mock recalls and traceability exercises.

• Provide backup support to the Food Safety Team Leader when required.

Skills & Competencies:

• HACCP Level 3 or 4 expertise.

• Internal auditor certification in FSSC 22000:2018 and ISO 22000:2018.

• Strong knowledge of GMP/GHP in food manufacturing.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 for quality operations.

• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

About the Company:
Al Douri Group is a pioneering food and beverage company in the UAE with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and tradition. With decades of excellence in food manufacturing and distribution, the company continues to set benchmarks in delivering safe, high-quality products across the region.