Quality Control Officer/ Safety at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) – Apply Now

Job Description

QUALITY CONTROL AND SAFETY OFFICER

Quality Control

• Ensuring quality control processes are GMP compliant to food/feed safety standards i.e., sampling of raw materials at reception and finished products, line start up checks and in-process checks, calibration of equipment and proper packaging of finished products
• Ensure collection of Certificate of Analysis (COA) upon reception of raw materials in compliance with quality specification
• Ensuring all products are produced to the highest standard and in accordance with standard operating procedures and HACCP
• Ensure the management of the sample library (classification, elimination of samples at the end of storage, signaling)
• Participate in process validation tests (homogeneity tests, inter-batch transfers, process qualification, etc.)
• Collect and transmit the dedicated data for the monthly quality and food safety KPIs calculation (Ex: FPP, COPQ)
• Ensuring manufacturing records per batch correspond to the recipe
• Ensure raw materials and finished products storage follow food/feed safety standards and FIFO is being practiced i.e., temperature, humidity, expiry
• Ensuring proper vehicle checks before dispatch to avoid contamination /damage of the finished products.
• Supporting all Quality Management System (QMS) processes such as investigation of non-conformances, corrective, and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Writing and reviewing GMP/SOP or other Quality documents as required
• Identifying and implementing improvements to QA processes and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting the site audit program, including conducting audits, supporting, and hosting regulatory audits and regulatory bodies’ inspection
• Conducting training and coaching on QA processes and concepts both departmentally and site-wide
• Support investigation of all customer complaints and resolution with team members
• Carrying out additional tasks within your skill set and qualification

Health and Safety Management

• Co-ordinate the deployment of ADM’s safety, health, and environmental strategy across the locations with the aim of zero injuries or incidents.
• Ensure close work relationship with location management with continued improvement & implementation of EHS training programs, policies, and procedures that drive a behavioral-based safety culture and support ADM’s strategy.
• Guiding colleagues so they can maintain a safe workplace.
•  Instilling a sincere safety attitude by action, example, and training.
•  Providing advice and support to ensure the facilities maintain compliance with the ADM safety culture
• Ensure colleagues comply with the use of PPE during production and handling of equipment
• Ensure all near misses/incidents are properly recorded and investigated.
• Maintaining the EHS Action and Monitoring plan for the facility.
• Developing and maintaining the Site EHS Program and goals based on local regulatory requirements and the ADM Environmental, Health, and Safety Standards.
• Ensure contractors and visitors comply with the company’s safety rules and regulations
• Maintain liaison with legal and government agencies regarding Environmental, Health, and Safety issues.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all local Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations and maintain legal compliance management system
• Ensure medical screening of colleagues involved in materials handling and production processes when due

Skills & Abilities

• Relevant knowledge of production techniques & planning
• Knowledge of the company’s products and tools
• Knowledge of the company’s production procedures & policies
• Working knowledge of computer and productivity tools (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• A dynamic team player
• Quality-mindedness and continuous improvement
• Communication skills

Education & Experience

• A science degree or equivalent qualification Previous experience in a Quality assurance role within a GMP-regulated environment
• Experience in feed/premix manufacturing, or continuous process industries
• Understanding quality risk management is desirable
• Project management experience preferred
• Knowledge of Health and Safety processes and procedures
• Basic understanding of Food Safety and Quality control management
• Functional Relationship
• Technical Department
• Supply Chain Department
• Production Department
• Human Resources/Administrative Department
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