Quality Control Lead

We’re hiring: Quality Control Lead | Americana Foods, Kuwait

This is a role for someone who wants to shape quality standards, not just follow them. You’ll own QA planning and standards across our operations and lead the team that delivers them.

What you’ll do

Develop QA plans and define standards for raw materials, packaging and finished products

Drive quality initiatives across plants and standardize compliance company-wide

Lead investigations into non-conformances and own CAPA

Manage certification applications and oversee the internal audit program

Run supplier audits and support Sourcing in qualifying new vendors

Represent quality in 2nd party, 3rd party and regulatory audits

Contribute to the quality budget and identify technology to strengthen QC

Lead, develop and assess the QC team

What we’re looking for

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Technology, Food Science, Meat Science, Veterinary Science, Food or Chemical Engineering, or related

5+ years in quality within food manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a senior role

Proven track record implementing and maintaining international quality standards (HACCP, ISO, BRC, Halal)

Meat or poultry experience is a strong plus