Lab Technician cum QC Executive

About the role

The company is seeking a Lab Technician cum QC Executive to support quality testing and certification compliance for peanuts, peanut butter and related nut/oilseed products. The role combines hands‑on laboratory analysis with in‑process quality audits and supplier evaluation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct routine and advanced physical, chemical and microbiological testing of peanuts, peanut butter and other nut/oilseed products.
• Perform aflatoxin detection, moisture, oil content, peroxide value and protein analysis to ensure product safety and nutritional accuracy.
• Verify that products meet FSSAI, ISO, HACCP and other certification standards.
• Carry out in‑process audits during production to maintain consistency and prevent contamination.
• Maintain accurate documentation of test results, certifications and corrective actions.
• Evaluate raw‑material suppliers for quality compliance and provide feedback.
• Train production staff on hygiene, safety and quality protocols.
• Recommend continuous‑improvement actions to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology or a related field.
• 3–4 years of QA/QC experience in the peanut, peanut‑butter or similar nut/oilseed industry.
• Familiarity with food safety standards such as ISO 22000, HACCP and FSSAI.

Required skills

• Aflatoxin detection
• Moisture content analysis
• Oil content analysis
• Peroxide value measurement
• Protein analysis
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Root cause analysis
• CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) implementation