Team Leader – Quality Control

About the role

NADEC, a leading dairy producer in the Middle East, is seeking a proactive Team Leader to oversee its Quality Control laboratory. You will ensure that all dairy products meet the highest safety and quality standards before release.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily laboratory and QC activities to guarantee timely product release.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 22000, FSSC, HACCP, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of QC staff, technicians, and inspectors.
• Monitor quality trends, drive continuous‑improvement projects, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Investigate non‑conformances and lead CAPA processes.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and validation of laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate training programs for production and quality teams.
• Optimize cost and resource utilization within the QC function.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering, Microbiology, Dairy Technology or a related field.
• 3‑4 years of QC experience in a dairy or FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 22000, FSSC, HACCP and food‑safety standards.
• Proven experience leading teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication abilities.

Required skills

• ISO 22000
• FSSC
• HACCP
• MS Excel (advanced)

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Work in a culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement.