QC ASSISTANT - APPRENTICE PROGRAMME

We are seeking science fresh graduates to join our CCK Quality Control Apprentice Programme, a structured 12-month program designed to develop suitable candidates into permanent QC Assistants, subject to performance and competency assessment.

This role is hands-on and shopfloor based, supporting quality control activities in a regulated food processing environment.

Program Overview

• 12-month fixed-term Apprentice program
• Structured exposure to:
  • Dirty processing areas
  • Clean processing areas; and / or
  • Loading and distribution operations
• Supervised on-the-job learning with defined controls
• Conversion to permanent QC Assistant role upon successful completion

We welcome applications from science graduates without food-related backgrounds, including but not limited to:

• Applied / Industrial Science
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Biotechnology (non-food)

Requirements

• Fresh graduates or less than 1 year of working experience
• CGPA 3.20 and above
• Willingness to learn and work in a factory / processing environment
• Able to follow procedures, instructions, and hygiene requirements strictly

Important Work Conditions (Please Read Carefully)

This role is not lab-based and not office-based.

Applicants must be willing to:

• Work in dirty and clean processing areas
• Work in cold, wet, noisy, and odorous environments
• Work primarily night shifts
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Wear PPE and comply with strict GMP and hygiene requirements

Responsibilities: To perform routine visual and physical quality checks on live birds, work-in-progress, and finished products; to support hygiene compliance by observing handwashing, GMP attire, and sanitation practices; to record temperature checks, cut check, and cleanliness accurately and promptly; to assist in product sampling and swab collection as instructed by the QA Officer; to report any observed deviation and non-conformances to the QA Officer immediately and accurately; to support segregation of non-conforming product under supervision; to maintain QA tools and documents in an organized manner; to follow documented procedures and complete assigned QA checklist fully and honestly; to work closely with the production team to ensure compliance but escalate decisions to QA Officer.

Personal Attributes

• Disciplined and detail-oriented
• Willing to follow rules and procedures
• Able to accept feedback and correction
• Reliable in night shift work and attendance
• Team-oriented and responsible

What We Offer

• Structured learning in a regulated food processing environment
• Clear conversion pathway to permanent QC Assistant role
• Practical exposure to real-world quality control operations
• Coaching and guidance from experienced QA / QC personnel