The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and usability of the products before they are released to our distributors. This role involves developing and executing comprehensive test plans, identifying and reporting defects, and collaborating closely with development, product, and business teams to ensure adherence to established quality standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate has meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures.
- Performing routine inspections and quality tests.
- Identifying and resolving workflow and production issues.
- Ensuring that standards and safety regulations are observed.
- Addressing and discussing issues and proposed solutions with superiors.
- Documenting product quality and innovation activities and creating audit reports.
- Making recommendations for improvement.
- Gathering, evaluating, organizing, managing and collating information in a variety of formats.
- Maintaining familiarity with company product ranges.
- Planning, undertaking and overseeing product trials.
- Analyzing complicated information, including trial data
- Ensuring that quality standards are met and submissions meet strict deadlines
Job Requirements
- Education: Bachelors degree in Food Technology or equivalent, Pharmacy, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience: at least 2- 3 years of proven working experience in food supplements, food and beverages, Comestiques, quality assurance or a similar role.
- Must be knowledgeable about all food safety standards that are customary within the food industry and mandated by government regulations.
- Attention to Detail, meticulous and detail-oriented approach to testing and documentation.
- Communication, excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to think critically and anticipate user behavior.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
