Quality Control Intern

Overview

JOB PURPOSE To support the Quality Control team in carrying out routine inspection, sampling, testing, documentation, and verification of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process products, finished products, and imported consignments to ensure they meet approved quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in inspecting and sampling raw materials, packaging materials, in-process products, finished products, and imported consignments. Conduct basic physical and visual quality checks against approved specifications and procedures. Assist with laboratory testing where applicable and under supervision. Record all inspection and test results accurately in the relevant QC records and systems. Assist in identifying and reporting non-conforming materials or products to the Quality team. Support segregation and identification of non-conforming products to prevent unintended use or release. Conduct routine in-process quality checks during production and repackaging activities, including weighing, filling, packaging, labelling, and product appearance. Assist in checking product and packaging information for conformity with approved specifications. Collect, label, and store retention samples in accordance with the company's retention sample requirements. Assist in maintaining QC equipment, work areas, and testing materials in a clean and orderly condition. Support monitoring of calibration status of QC equipment and report any overdue or defective equipment. Assist in maintaining accurate QC records, registers, and documentation. Support investigations of quality issues, complaints, and non-conformances by providing relevant QC records and test results. Support implementation of food safety, quality, hygiene, and GMP requirements within production and repackaging areas. Participate in internal quality, food safety, and IMS activities as assigned. Immediately report any critical quality or food safety concerns to the Quality Supervisor/Head of Quality. Comply with company procedures, food safety requirements, health and safety rules, and applicable regulatory requirements.