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Food Technologists / Product Managers |
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Operations |
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4 |
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Karachi |
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No Preference |
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Bachelors |
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Experienced Professional |
| Minimum Experience: |
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3 Years |
| Salary Range: |
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PKR 35,000 to 125,000 per Month |
| Apply By: |
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Jun 15, 2025 |
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| Job Description: |
Location: Khairpur, Sindh
Department: Quality Assurance / Product Development
Reports to: QA Manager / Director Technical
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development & R&D
- Lead R&D of value-added fruit products:
- Dates: chopped dates, paste, macerated dates, syrup, bars, powders
- Mangoes & Bananas: dried mango slices, dried banana pieces, snacks, puree-based products
- Conduct lab-scale and pilot-scale trials for new products.
- Evaluate shelf life, texture, moisture content, and microbial stability.
Machinery & Lab Equipment Handling
- Operate and troubleshoot food processing equipment: dryers, choppers, paste machines, metal detectors.
- Conduct lab testing for:• Moisture, water activity (a), pH• Microbiological tests (yeast, mold, coliforms)
- Sensory evaluation for quality controlCompliance & Audit Preparation
Prepare and maintain documentation for:
- BRCGS, HACCP, ISO 22000, Organic, and Halal certifications
- Support internal and external audits with complete traceability and corrective actions.
- Regularly update SOPs and food safety documentation.Customer & Buyer Support
- Handle buyer complaints: identify root cause, implement corrective actions, and maintain complaint logs.
Prepare and update
- Product specification sheets
- Buyer response questionnaires
- Technical datasheets and certificates
- Communicate directly with international clients for technical queries and compliance forms.
Documentation & Recordkeeping
- Maintain accurate records of:
- Product testing and batch quality reports
- R&D trials and outcomes• Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Calibration and maintenance logs for lab and production equipment
Requirements:
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in fruit processing (dates, mangoes, bananas preferred)
- Hands-on experience with R&D, lab testing, and quality documentation.
- Familiarity with BRCGS, HACCP, Organic, and Halal systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and documentation tools.
- Strong communication skills for internal coordination and buyer interactions.
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| Company Information |
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Company Name: Khairpur Foods International
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