QAQC and Research Development Manager
Accountable for the overall Quality System Management, Quality Assurance Improvement, Quality Assurance Workflow Management and Research and Development for manufacturing dairies product.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensure food manufacturing process (UHT/Pasteurised/Retort) for DAIRY/MILK product is safe by monitoring and controlling the production process from raw ingredient intake until packaging of finished products.
- Oversee and manage the QUALITY and R&D Department of the plant.
- Provides technical and scientific oversight of a laboratory specialty, including selection and updating of appropriate test procedures and methods, verification of test procedures performed, and establishment of the laboratory’s test performance characteristics; resolves technical problems and ensures appropriate remedial actions are taken when necessary.
- Responsible to test, run and record experiments of new raw material, products, and process with results in accordance with Research & Development specifications and safety procedures.
- Research methods to improve formulas and quality of product such as flavour, colour, texture, nutritional value etc.
- Ensure the specification of all raw materials is accurate and in compliance with the food safety or other related standards and process.
- Assist in planning and forecasting of raw material aligning with the company's financial requirements.
- Comply with the requirements of the documented quality management system that meets the applicable Malaysia/any country standard for food industry.
- Guide to develop and review quality policies and procedures.
- Lead audit programs for external authority/government, new clients, existing/new suppliers or others.
- Review and implement changes to QAQC department activities as and when necessary to meet the requirements of the Quality Management System.
- Responsible in-process quality control system is effective and finished products quality by meet the expectation of the customer and the product specification.
- Manage internal audits, management review, customers comment/complaint and respond to any complaints.
- Investigate and propose corrective action implementation for non-conformance raised by regulatory bodies, supplier, client and potential customer on food safety and quality-related matters.
- Prepare training modules, train the employees, and ensure the effectiveness of the
knowledge imparted to them. - Assist and advise in troubleshooting to resolve quality related problems and for the
improvement of product quality. - Develop and analyse statistical data, product specifications and prepare reports to validate or indicate deviations from standards.
- Develop and Improve Products, research projects to improve the taste, preservation techniques and packaging solutions.
- Prepare Monthly Quality Report for submission to Director including progressive status updates on KPI, Performance, GMP, Internal & External Audit information; etc.
- To collaborate with all departments, customer, suppliers and government regulatory bodies to ensure that quality is a high priority in the company.
Requirements:
- Degree in Food Science/Technology or relevant field.
- Minimum 10 years working experience in dairy / milk food manufacturing environment.
- Knowledgeable and having experience to handle and manage about food safety standards & certificate (ISO 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, HALAL, GMP, MESTI) and/or other standard mandated by the Government.
- Strong written, verbal communication skills, passionate in Food Safety & Quality.
- Must have cutting-edge analytical skills, the ability to identify problems in products, a keen eye for details and consistent study on quality-related issues.
- Able to manage food quality standard, food safety standards, food safety procedure, and government regulatory matter (Malaysia & oversea market requirement)
- Locations
- Seremban
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment level
- First /Mid-Level Officials
- Job location
- Malaysia

Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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