Quality Control Executive - Tuas Region

About the Company

Cargill is a family-owned company dedicated to delivering food and agricultural solutions that nourish the world responsibly and sustainably. Positioned centrally in the supply chain, Cargill partners with producers and customers to source, produce, and distribute essential products that support business growth, community prosperity, and consumer wellbeing.

This role is part of Cargill's specialized portfolio enterprise, serving diverse sectors including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt, and various joint ventures.

Job Purpose

The Quality Control Executive will foster internal collaboration by aligning policies, standards, and training efforts. This role involves working closely with various contacts to support compliance and customer-specific quality requirements. Coordination of programs linked to food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance at the location level will be a core responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize third-party laboratory analyses in compliance with FSSC 22000 standards for finished goods, raw materials, and customer-specific needs.
• Manage laboratory consumables inventory and ensure calibration and maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Provide staff training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food defense, and safety protocols.
• Participate actively in safety and health risk assessments.
• Assess new packaging materials and manage shelf-life extension processes for materials and finished products.
• Oversee quality control retained samples.
• Investigate customer complaints, issuing corrective actions to internal teams and suppliers to address non-conformities.
• Conduct timely analytical testing and maintain accurate quality documentation.
• Issue Certificates of Analysis (COA) for finished goods.
• Coordinate pest control services, maintain laboratory cleanliness, and support external and regulatory quality audits.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Science and Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience in quality management within the food industry.
• Completion of training related to Quality and Food Safety, including standards like ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000.
• Positive mindset and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Availability to start immediately or with minimal notice.
• Willingness to work fully onsite at the Tuas location.

Additional Information

Cargill is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and fosters respect for all individuals. The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations during the recruitment process to ensure accessibility for all candidates upon request.