Position Title: Quality Intern
Role Type: Full Time- Permanent
Department: Quality
Reporting To: Supervisor / Quality Manager
Location: Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai, UAE
Industry: Primary Tobacco Processing (PMD)
Job Description:
The Quality Intern will assist the Quality Control team in ensuring that all tobacco products meet the highest quality standards. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in quality assurance processes, testing methodologies, and regulatory compliance within the tobacco industry.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
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Design and automate, and execute regression testing using QTP.
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Participate in daily team discussions, drive bi-weekly stakeholder demos, and help managed team stories (using JIRA).
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Assist in the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
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Data Entry, Record keeping and maintaining the File.
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Making Production draft and quality measurement report
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Keeping quality lab and premises on well hygiene standard.
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Visit to the different production line and inspect the issue and report to the line manager.
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Sample collection and report preparation.
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Learn and apply the procedures for each task as per the instructions from the Line Manager
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Keeps workspace clean in accordance to housekeeping standards
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Performs other work as assigned by Line Manager / QA Supervisor
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Support quality administration staff for their request/job as when required
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Follow company health, safety, and hygiene procedures at all times.
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Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards applicable to tobacco processing facilities.
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Use appropriate PPE while working in production and laboratory areas.
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Report unsafe conditions, quality deviations, or hazards to supervisors immediately.
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Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the laboratory and production environment.
Qualifications:
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Associate Degree / Diploma in related field
Experience Requirements:
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Previous internship or coursework in quality control or laboratory management is a plus.
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Functional knowledge and use of QA systems ( Equata, Vides, Quality reporting system, BO & Infosys)
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Familiarity with laboratory equipment and data analysis software is an advantage.
Technical Skills:
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Basic knowledge of quality control procedures and inspection processes within a manufacturing environment.
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Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel and reporting tools for data analysis and documentation.
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Understanding of documentation management and record-keeping practices in compliance-driven industries.
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Familiarity with QTP, JIRA, or other Quality Management Systems (QMS) is an added advantage.
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Basic understanding of hygiene, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
Key Competencies & Skills:
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Good attention to detail and analytical skills.
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Strong willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge.
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Good communication and teamwork abilities.
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Ability to follow instructions and work in a structured environment.
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Basic problem-solving and reporting skills.
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Good organizational and time management skills.
Working Environment:
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Factory and laboratory-based role within a tobacco processing facility.
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Exposure to production machinery, dust, noise, and manufacturing operations.