Job Category
FMCG (food)
Job Description
Job Purpose
- Lead and supervise Quality, Health, Safety, Environment & Food Safety systems in snacks manufacturing.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards, HACCP, GMP, and UAE regulations.
- Drive safety culture, audits, risk management, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities
- Oversee daily QHSE operations across production, warehouse, and support areas.
- Conduct audits, inspections, risk assessments, and food safety checks.
- Lead incident, accident, and complaint investigations.
- Ensure corrective & preventive actions (CAPA) are implemented.
- Manage internal/external audits (ISO, customer, regulatory, certification bodies).
- Maintain QHSE documentation, reports, and compliance systems.
- Ensure emergency preparedness and safety drills.
- Support sustainability and environmental programs.
Leadership & Coordination
- Guide employees on QHSE practices and awareness.
- Conduct toolbox talks, training, and inductions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, engineering, HR, supply chain).
- Promote food safety and safety culture.
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science / Safety / Engineering / Environmental field.
- HACCP + ISO 22000/FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor (mandatory/preferred).
- NEBOSH/IOSH preferred.
- 5–8 years experience in FMCG/food manufacturing (2+ years supervisory).
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, HACCP, GMP.
About The Business
We, The KITCO ‘Bunny’ is a recognized mascot who is loved by people across the Middle East. The brand’s recognition results from over 50 years of passion and dedication invested in providing the utmost quality snacks to families in the region . KITCO has a vast product portfolio ranging from natural potato chips known as ‘NICE’, gourmet chips known as Kettle Cooked, Bliss, Stix, and others. KITCO’s manufacturing footprint spans across the GCC. KITCO operates several facilities in Kuwait, KSA, UAE, and Qatar operating under the umbrella of Mezzan Holding Co.
Mezzan Holding Co. Is a Prominent Food, Healthcare, And Consumer Conglomerate In The Middle East, Boasting a Distinguished Heritage Spanning Over 75 Years. With Its Headquarters In Kuwait, Mezzan Holding Co. Has Direct Operations In Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, And Jordan, And
■ Employs 8,500 individuals from over 50 nationalities
■ Distributes more than 34,000 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs)
■ Provides over 100,000 meals daily in Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE through its catering services
■ Operates 130,000 square meters of food, beverage, and FMCG manufacturing facilities in Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE
■ Represents some of the most renowned names in the FMCG and healthcare sectors
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