Quality Control Supervisor

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Responsibilities

* Develop departmental objectives and activity plans in line with Company and Quality Control Directorate goals and policies; submit for approval, implement approved plans, and ensure effective execution.
* Actively contribute to the establishment, improvement, and development of the Quality Control System in line with quality policies and objectives; support the integration of local and international quality standards across the Company.
* Ensure that incoming materials, raw materials, and finished products comply with Turkish Food Codex requirements and
* Company quality standards; initiate and follow up corrective actions to eliminate factors negatively affecting product quality.
* Ensure the laboratory operates fully, efficiently, and in compliance with required standards.
* Collaborate with the Planning Department in the preparation and execution of production schedules.
* Ensure sampling from production lines, warehouses, market returns, problematic regions, and when necessary, other factories; oversee testing, reporting, and record keeping; report results to the Plant Manager and Head Office.
* Review quality records related to responsible departments and ensure corrective actions are taken when required.
* Organize and accompany audits conducted by official authorities and private institutions within the scope of responsibility.
* Maintain full control of all production process stages to ensure compliance with Company standards and legal regulations; ensure periodic execution of tests, analyses, and controls defined in quality plans.
* Participate in supplier evaluation processes; share supplier-related issues with suppliers, the Quality Manager, and relevant departments.
* Ensure availability of required equipment and chemicals for Quality Control activities and oversee maintenance of equipment.
* Make decisions and obtain approvals regarding blocked inputs, materials, and products identified during incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
* Identify inspection, measurement, and test equipment requiring calibration; prepare calibration/verification plans and ensure execution in line with these plans.
* Take an active role in start-up productions; coordinate sample submissions for new products and packaging to R&D, Central Laboratory, and other laboratories designated by PepsiCo.
* Ensure verification analyses are conducted for cleaning and sanitation of production lines and equipment in line with Cleaning and Sanitation Plans; ensure GMP requirements are implemented.
* Ensure materials and products are controlled in accordance with Company and legal requirements; define and apply inspection and testing methods.
* Ensure corrective actions are taken for nonconformities across all stages of the quality system and production processes.
* Support optimal use of Company resources; participate in loss analysis and focused improvement initiatives.
* Monitor regulatory updates, publications, and legal changes related to areas of responsibility; inform senior management and employees and ensure necessary actions are taken.
* Ensure Occupational Health and Safety rules are applied and required precautions are taken within the scope of responsibility.
* Ensure activities comply with Environmental Management System requirements.
* Organize task distribution for direct reports in line with work programs and monitor their performance.
* Coordinate quality-related activities with Head Office and other plants.
* Ensure team members comply with workplace principles, ethics, and discipline.
* Conduct regular 1:1 meetings and departmental meetings with direct reports; evaluate feedback and implement appropriate improvement suggestions.
* Lead, motivate, and continuously guide team members.
* Evaluate team performance; identify training programs aimed at improving skills, productivity, and team engagement, and ensure delivery of such training.
* Comply with Environmental Management System and Environmental Legislation requirements related to waste management and use of natural resources.
* Report environmental issues or nonconformities to the Environmental Officer or Management Environmental Representative.
* Perform other duties assigned by management within the scope of authority and responsibility.
* Ensure all factory activities comply with food safety and prerequisite programs, PepsiCo requirements, and national/international food regulations.
* Ensure implementation of hygiene management practices and HACCP principles.
* Notify the Quality Control Manager of any food safety-related issues.
* Comply with Food Safety Management System requirements and food legislation related to food safety.
* Act in accordance with workplace ethics, principles, and disciplinary rules.
Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines)
* Advanced level of English proficiency (written and spoken)
* Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
* Strong managerial and leadership skills required for the position
* Ability to multi-task, work independently and employ effective time management skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Develop departmental objectives and activity plans in line with Company and Quality Control Directorate goals and policies; submit for approval, implement approved plans, and ensure effective execution.
* Actively contribute to the establishment, improvement, and development of the Quality Control System in line with quality policies and objectives; support the integration of local and international quality standards across the Company.
* Ensure that incoming materials, raw materials, and finished products comply with Turkish Food Codex requirements and
* Company quality standards; initiate and follow up corrective actions to eliminate factors negatively affecting product quality.
* Ensure the laboratory operates fully, efficiently, and in compliance with required standards.
* Collaborate with the Planning Department in the preparation and execution of production schedules.
* Ensure sampling from production lines, warehouses, market returns, problematic regions, and when necessary, other factories; oversee testing, reporting, and record keeping; report results to the Plant Manager and Head Office.
* Review quality records related to responsible departments and ensure corrective actions are taken when required.
* Organize and accompany audits conducted by official authorities and private institutions within the scope of responsibility.
* Maintain full control of all production process stages to ensure compliance with Company standards and legal regulations; ensure periodic execution of tests, analyses, and controls defined in quality plans.
* Participate in supplier evaluation processes; share supplier-related issues with suppliers, the Quality Manager, and relevant departments.
* Ensure availability of required equipment and chemicals for Quality Control activities and oversee maintenance of equipment.
* Make decisions and obtain approvals regarding blocked inputs, materials, and products identified during incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
* Identify inspection, measurement, and test equipment requiring calibration; prepare calibration/verification plans and ensure execution in line with these plans.
* Take an active role in start-up productions; coordinate sample submissions for new products and packaging to R&D, Central Laboratory, and other laboratories designated by PepsiCo.
* Ensure verification analyses are conducted for cleaning and sanitation of production lines and equipment in line with Cleaning and Sanitation Plans; ensure GMP requirements are implemented.
* Ensure materials and products are controlled in accordance with Company and legal requirements; define and apply inspection and testing methods.
* Ensure corrective actions are taken for nonconformities across all stages of the quality system and production processes.
* Support optimal use of Company resources; participate in loss analysis and focused improvement initiatives.
* Monitor regulatory updates, publications, and legal changes related to areas of responsibility; inform senior management and employees and ensure necessary actions are taken.
* Ensure Occupational Health and Safety rules are applied and required precautions are taken within the scope of responsibility.
* Ensure activities comply with Environmental Management System requirements.
* Organize task distribution for direct reports in line with work programs and monitor their performance.
* Coordinate quality-related activities with Head Office and other plants.
* Ensure team members comply with workplace principles, ethics, and discipline.
* Conduct regular 1:1 meetings and departmental meetings with direct reports; evaluate feedback and implement appropriate improvement suggestions.
* Lead, motivate, and continuously guide team members.
* Evaluate team performance; identify training programs aimed at improving skills, productivity, and team engagement, and ensure delivery of such training.
* Comply with Environmental Management System and Environmental Legislation requirements related to waste management and use of natural resources.
* Report environmental issues or nonconformities to the Environmental Officer or Management Environmental Representative.
* Perform other duties assigned by management within the scope of authority and responsibility.
* Ensure all factory activities comply with food safety and prerequisite programs, PepsiCo requirements, and national/international food regulations.
* Ensure implementation of hygiene management practices and HACCP principles.
* Notify the Quality Control Manager of any food safety-related issues.
* Comply with Food Safety Management System requirements and food legislation related to food safety.
* Act in accordance with workplace ethics, principles, and disciplinary rules

Requisiti del candidato:

* Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines)
* Advanced level of English proficiency (written and spoken)
* Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
* Strong managerial and leadership skills required for the position
* Ability to multi-task, work independently and employ effective time management skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills