Quality Control Expert - Private Label - Non-Food

Description: Urgent opening for Quality Control Expert - Private Label ( Non-Food ) for a large corporate employs over 50000 people PAN India

Location: Hyderabad

Must have exp:

Qualifications & Skills:

- Bachelors degree in Cosmetic Technology, Quality Assurance, Chemistry, or related field.

- 3-6 years of hands-on QC/QA experience in personal care, cosmetics, or FMCG sector.

- Knowledge of personal care regulations (BIS, Drugs and Cosmetics Act), GMP, and quality processes.

- Strong documentation and audit skills, including familiarity with RCA and CAPA processes.

- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and familiarity with quality software tools.

- Certifications such as GMP Auditor, ISO 22716, or Six Sigma are preferred.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Role Overview:

This is an operational role focused on supporting ground-level quality control activities for Apollos private label product portfolio. The Quality Control Expert will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet regulatory, internal, and customer quality standards. The role involves routine testing, process audits, document validation, complaint handling, and coordination with vendors and manufacturing units. The role offers progression into senior quality roles based on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct quality inspection of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods at plant/vendor locations.

- Support New Product Development (NPD) by validating formulation trials, packaging quality, and specification compliance during development phases.

- Conduct third-party facility audits and ensure adherence to GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, and relevant standards.

- Ensure batch sampling and first-level inspection for batch approvals against defined quality benchmarks.

- Ensure all products adhere to regulatory standards (e.g., FSSAI, BIS, FDA) and internal specifications.

- Maintain accurate documentation of QC activities, inspection reports, deviations, and audit trails in compliance with internal SOPs.

- Support preparation and updating product dossiers in collaboration with the regulatory team.

- Track and manage the lifecycle of samples (receipt, logging, testing, archival).

- Conduct RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) for complaints or deviations.

- Support cross-functional teams (Regulatory, Category, Sourcing) for on-ground QC interventions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

- % of batches tested and approved as per internal specifications

- % adherence to defined test schedules (routine, stability)

- % of complaints resolved within SLA timelines with verified CAPA

- % reduction in recurring complaints from same root cause (YoY)

- % accuracy in sample logging, testing, and archiving

- Turnaround time for RCA & CAPA closure (average days)

Key Competencies:

- Quality Inspection & Product Testing

- Regulatory & Standards Compliance (FSSAI, BIS, GMP)

- Documentation, SOP Adherence & Audit Readiness

- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & CAPA Implementation

- Sample Lifecycle Management & Traceability

- Cross-functional Collaboration & On-ground QC Support

- Attention to Detail & Process Accuracy

- Third-party Facility Audit Support

- Batch Validation & First-level Quality Clearance

- Complaint Handling &Continuous Quality Improvement