Quality Control Officer

About the role

Rifai is looking for a Quality Control Officer who ensures the quality, safety, traceability and compliance of its raw materials, production, finished products and retail operations. The role covers quality control activities, food safety systems, Food Defense and Food Fraud prevention, and supports emergency response and product recall.

Key responsibilities

• Laboratory testing: collect, prepare and label samples and run routine and specialized tests on raw materials, packaging, in-process and finished products and water (microbiological, chemical, mycotoxins, physical and sensory), including shelf-life testing.
• Ensure tests comply with company specifications and regulations, verify result accuracy, document results, maintain records and issue test reports.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, contribute to new testing procedures and stay current through training.
• Monitor and verify quality of raw materials, in-process and finished products (including roasting), report deviations to the Food Safety Team Leader and help implement corrective actions.
• Develop, review and maintain quality procedures, work instructions and records, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Support PRPs, ISO 22000, ISO 22005 and FSSC 22000, and implement and monitor Food Defense and Food Fraud prevention programs, including the Food Defense Plan and vulnerability assessment.
• Coordinate reporting, investigation and follow-up of Food Defense and Food Fraud incidents, monitor site security, supplier and material risks, and follow up the internal pest monitoring program.
• Take part in emergency preparedness and coordinate product recall and withdrawal activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Nutrition, Food Science or Food Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Quality Control or Food Safety.
• Fluency in Arabic and English; French is a plus.

Required skills

• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems (PRPs, ISO 22000, ISO 22005, FSSC 22000)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail
• Planning and organization, communication and teamwork