Usman Afzal

Quality Assurance Manager @Freshways

Bolton, GB

Preserving the site BRC grade AA through rigorous quality control measures.Liaising with regulatory bodies, including trading standards and environmental health officers, to maintain compliance.Leading and managing a team of ten QA and Hygiene professionals, handling holiday requests, grievances, and disciplinary matters as necessary.Collaborating with supermarket technologists from major retailers to ensure product quality across frozen meat categories.Conducting internal audits as per schedule to continuously evaluate and enhance the food safety system.Regularly auditing suppliers to ensure they meet your safety and quality standards.Overseeing quality assurance and technical systems, fostering effective supplier relationships, and ensuring adherence to customer specifications.Maintaining up-to-date technical information on all ingredients, products, and suppliers.Implementing a system for regular review and improvement of food safety and quality systems.Developed comprehensive training programs for new and existing staff, focusing on both technical skills and quality assurance.Ensuring all new staff undergo thorough inductions covering all aspects of food safety and quality.Ensuring all product specifications and labels comply with legal requirements.Developed a robust system for handling customer complaints and technical enquiries.Conducting various types of internal audits including GMP, hygiene, fabrication, and whole system audits.Ensuring all company practices align with company, customer, and BRC requirements.Regularly conducting microbiological testing of food, water, and environmental samples to ensure safety.

Government College University (GCU), Lahore

FSc Pre-Medical

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad

BSc Honours

London Metropolitan University

Master of Science - MS

Army Public School - (APSACS)

Matric