KITCO, the beloved ‘Bunny’ brand and one of the GCC’s leading snacks manufacturers under Mezzan Holding Co., is hiring an experienced QHSE Supervisor to lead Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Food Safety systems across its UAE manufacturing operations. With over 50 years of regional heritage and a manufacturing footprint spanning Kuwait, KSA, UAE, and Qatar, this role offers a unique opportunity to drive safety culture, food safety compliance, and continuous improvement within one of the Middle East’s most recognized FMCG snack brands.
About KITCO — The Beloved GCC Snacks Brand
Brand Heritage: KITCO ‘Bunny’ — a recognized and loved mascot across the Middle East for over 50 years
Product Portfolio: NICE natural potato chips, Kettle Cooked, Bliss, Stix, and other beloved snack brands
Manufacturing Footprint: Facilities across Kuwait, KSA, UAE, and Qatar under the Mezzan Holding Co. umbrella
Parent Group: Mezzan Holding Co. — a leading Middle East food, healthcare, and consumer conglomerate with 75+ years of heritage
Group Scale: 8,500+ employees, 50+ nationalities, 34,000+ SKUs distributed, 130,000 sqm of manufacturing facilities
QHSE Career Opportunity in the UAE’s Food Manufacturing Sector
Strategic Market: UAE — a key manufacturing hub within Mezzan Holding’s regional FMCG and food production network
Regulatory Excellence: Work within a structured ISO, HACCP, and UAE-regulated quality and food safety management framework
Cross-Functional Influence: Collaborate directly with production, engineering, HR, and supply chain teams to drive safety culture
Career Growth: Strong development pathway within one of the Middle East’s most established and respected FMCG conglomerates
Position Overview
The QHSE Supervisor at KITCO UAE leads and supervises Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Food Safety systems across the company’s snacks manufacturing operations. This role ensures full compliance with ISO standards, HACCP, GMP, and UAE regulatory requirements, while actively driving safety culture, audits, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will oversee daily QHSE operations across production, warehouse, and support areas, lead incident investigations, manage internal and external audits, and guide employees on best-practice QHSE behaviors — all while contributing to KITCO’s proud legacy of quality snacks across the GCC region.
Why This Role Matters: As QHSE Supervisor at KITCO UAE, you protect the integrity of one of the Middle East’s most beloved snack brands through rigorous food safety and quality control, lead audits, risk assessments, and CAPA implementation that directly safeguard consumer trust and regulatory compliance, drive a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, training, and cross-functional collaboration across production and supply chain teams, support Mezzan Holding’s broader sustainability and environmental programs across the GCC manufacturing network, and build a high-impact career within a 75-year-strong conglomerate trusted by millions of households across the Middle East.
Key Responsibilities
QHSE Operations & Compliance Management
- Lead and supervise Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Food Safety systems across all snacks manufacturing operations
- Ensure full compliance with ISO standards, HACCP principles, GMP requirements, and applicable UAE regulatory frameworks
- Oversee daily QHSE operations across production, warehouse, and support areas to maintain consistent quality and safety standards
- Support sustainability and environmental programs in line with Mezzan Holding’s broader corporate responsibility commitments
Audits, Inspections & Risk Management
- Conduct regular audits, inspections, risk assessments, and food safety checks across all manufacturing and storage areas
- Manage internal and external audits including ISO audits, customer audits, regulatory inspections, and certification body assessments
- Lead incident, accident, and customer complaint investigations with thorough root-cause analysis and documentation
- Ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) are properly implemented, tracked, and verified for effectiveness
Documentation, Emergency Preparedness & Reporting
- Maintain comprehensive QHSE documentation, reports, and compliance systems in line with ISO and HACCP requirements
- Ensure emergency preparedness protocols and regular safety drills are conducted and properly documented
- Prepare structured QHSE reports for management review, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Maintain audit-ready documentation systems to support certification renewals and regulatory inspections at all times
Leadership, Training & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Guide employees on QHSE practices, food safety standards, and workplace safety awareness across all manufacturing shifts
- Conduct toolbox talks, training sessions, and new employee inductions focused on quality, health, safety, and environmental practices
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, HR, and supply chain to embed QHSE culture
- Promote a strong food safety and safety-first culture throughout the organization through consistent leadership and engagement
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
- Strong academic foundation in food safety management systems and regulatory compliance frameworks
Certification Requirements
- HACCP certification and ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor certification — mandatory or strongly preferred
- NEBOSH or IOSH health and safety certification preferred for this role
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, HACCP, and GMP frameworks is essential
Experience Requirements
- 5 to 8 years of experience in FMCG or food manufacturing quality, safety, or environmental functions
- Minimum 2+ years in a supervisory role, leading teams and managing QHSE programs in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience managing audits, CAPA processes, and food safety incident investigations in a fast-paced production setting
About KITCO & Mezzan Holding Co.
KITCO’s ‘Bunny’ mascot has been a beloved presence across Middle Eastern households for more than 50 years, representing a brand built on quality, trust, and dedication to families across the region. With a diverse product portfolio spanning NICE natural potato chips, Kettle Cooked gourmet chips, Bliss, Stix, and more, KITCO operates manufacturing facilities across Kuwait, KSA, UAE, and Qatar under the umbrella of Mezzan Holding Co. — a prominent Middle East food, healthcare, and consumer conglomerate with over 75 years of heritage. Headquartered in Kuwait, Mezzan Holding employs 8,500+ individuals from over 50 nationalities, distributes more than 34,000 SKUs, and operates 130,000 square meters of food, beverage, and FMCG manufacturing facilities across the region.
Career Excellence: Join KITCO’s UAE team as QHSE Supervisor and help protect the quality and safety standards behind one of the Middle East’s most cherished snack brands.
Who Should Apply?
- QHSE Professionals: With 5–8 years of FMCG or food manufacturing experience and proven supervisory leadership skills
- Food Safety Specialists: Certified in HACCP, ISO 22000, or FSSC 22000 with strong audit and CAPA management experience
- Health & Safety Officers: With NEBOSH or IOSH certification and experience driving safety culture in manufacturing environments
- Quality Assurance Supervisors: Familiar with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 frameworks within FMCG or food production settings
- UAE-Based Food Manufacturing Professionals: Ready to join a respected regional snacks brand with strong career development potential
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