QC Analyst (Food Lab) Jobs in Coimbatore Food Processing Company

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for QC Analyst (Food Lab) positions in Coimbatore's private Food Processing Company sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Food Processing and FMCG employer in Coimbatore offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Coimbatore.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Collect in-process and finished product samples from the production line at defined sampling intervals
• Perform physical, chemical, and organoleptic tests on raw materials and finished food products as per specifications
• Conduct FSSAI-mandated parameter tests including moisture, fat, protein, ash, acidity, and microbial count
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis for finished goods batches and record test data in QC registers
• Calibrate and maintain lab instruments including pH meters, moisture analysers, viscometers, and spectrophotometers
• Raise non-conformance alerts for out-of-specification test results and assist in CAPA investigations
• Maintain lab reagent stock, standard solutions, and glassware in a clean and calibrated condition

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• Which food chemical analysis tests have you performed - moisture, fat, protein, or ash?
• Are you familiar with FSSAI food safety parameters for packaged food products?
• Have you prepared Certificates of Analysis for food product batches?
• Which lab instruments have you operated - pH meter, moisture analyser, or spectrophotometer?
• Have you performed sensory evaluation or organoleptic testing?
• Are you comfortable with AQL sampling and in-process quality checks?
• What food or chemistry subjects did you cover in your B.Sc. programme?
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Coimbatore.

✅ Required Skills

🏆 Certifications and Qualifications

B.Sc. or M.Sc. Food Technology or B.Tech. Food Engineering for technical roles; FSSAI Basic/State/Central licence awareness for regulatory roles; HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) certification; ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System internal auditor; SQF (Safe Quality Food) or BRC Global Standard for food export compliance; Diploma in Food Processing Technology for production roles; FSSC 22000 certification for advanced food safety management; PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) for USFDA export roles; Tally and ERP for accounts roles in FMCG