Deputy Manager - Quality Assurance Compliance - Food

Detail-oriented and experienced Deputy Manager - Compliance (QA) to ensure compliance with national and international quality standards and regulations. The role requires in-depth knowledge of BRC, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, FSSAI guidelines, and product testing protocols. The candidate should have hands-on experience in supplier audits, handling customer complaints, and driving continuous improvement in quality and food safety systems.

Qualifications:

- Degree in food technology/ biotechnology, Microbiology, Quality Management, or a related field.

- Certified Internal Auditor for BRC/ISO standards (preferred).

- 8-12 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance / Compliance within Food industry.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure implementation and maintenance of BRC, ISO 22000, and ISO 9001 standards across QA & Export operations.

- Conduct supplier audits to assess and ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

- Lead investigations and resolution of customer complaints, ensuring root cause analysis and effective corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

- Assist in developing and maintaining QA documentation including SOPs, audit checklists, and compliance reports.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality improvement initiatives and ensure food safety and product integrity.

- Support external and internal audits, including customer audits and certification bodies.

- Monitor and review compliance performance metrics and prepare reports for senior management.

- Provide training and awareness on quality standards and compliance procedures across the organization.

- Monitor and ensure compliance with FSSAI regulations, including documentation, licensing, labelling, and periodic updates.