QC Team Lead

Job Title: Female Quality Control (QC) Team Lead

** Candidates with Pharmaceutical Industry experience will not be considered **

Location: Karachi, SITE AREA
Industry: Food INDUSTRY

Salary: 90K to 100K

Qualification Required:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Chemistry or Food Technology
• Proficiency in QCM module of SAP S/4 Hana preferred.

Experience: 4–6 years in Quality Control / Food Testing within food manufacturing or FMCG sector, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role

About the Role

Our client, a leading name in the Food Industry, is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Team Lead to manage and oversee all product testing, inspections, and quality validation processes. The role involves ensuring that every raw material, in-process item, and finished product meets the company’s strict quality standards and complies with food safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the QC laboratory operations, ensuring accurate and timely testing of raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
• Develop, implement, and maintain testing protocols and QC standards in line with HACCP, ISO 22000, and GMP guidelines.
• Conduct sensory evaluation, chemical, and microbiological tests to ensure product safety and consistency.
• Monitor in-process checks on production lines to maintain product quality throughout manufacturing.
• Investigate quality deviations and non-conformities, and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed QC reports and communicate findings to production and QA teams.
• Train and mentor QC staff in testing methods, equipment handling, and compliance with SOPs.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and procurement to ensure quality expectations are met.
• Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and validation of lab instruments and equipment.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the QC team.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of food testing methods, laboratory practices, and QC tools.
• Hands-on expertise in microbiological testing, chemical analysis, and sensory evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP standards.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Team management and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/SAP systems is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs90,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per month

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Quality Control in Food Industry: 3 years (Required)
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person