The Quality Assurance and Quality Control - QA and QC - Specialist/Food Safety Specialist/Laboratory Manager develops sampling plans and procedures for testing product quality. He/She maintains standards by verifying test results and audits comply with food safety regulations and requirements. He/She determines the optimal operating conditions for the laboratory's infrastructure and equipment and investigates technical faults or practices.
He/She develops standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with good laboratory practices (GLPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs). He/She also develops regulatory requirements and guidelines in food safety management and control, such as ISO standards and Hazards and Critical Control Points (HACCP) system.
He/She possesses excellent analytical skills and sound judgement to establish critical guidelines, parameters and procedures within the laboratory. He/She should work well in a team and possess strong communication skills to interact with and guide others effectively.