Quality Assurance Manager - Seafood Processing

About the role

A BOI-approved seafood processing company with two EU and FDA-approved factories is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager. The factory is located in Badalgama, Divulapitiya, and the company supplies high-quality seafood products to customers across the EU and the USA.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the QA team and oversee production quality, hygiene practices, laboratory testing and finished product quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, quality management systems and international export regulations.
• Coordinate audits, inspections and quality-related documentation.
• Investigate customer complaints, implement corrective actions and ensure effective resolution.
• Train staff on food safety, hygiene and quality assurance practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and work with cross-functional teams to maintain quality standards.

Required profile

• 4-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Management in seafood, food manufacturing, FMCG or Food & Beverage.
• Experience in frozen and fresh seafood processing.
• Proven ability to lead QA teams and manage quality processes.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Required skills

• HACCP, GMP, SSOP, BRC, ISO 22000, SA8000 and SEDEX standards.
• Seafood export standards and international food safety regulations.