Halal Coordinator

Reports to:

Operations Manager

Job Purpose

The position ensures that all manufacturing activities, including procurement of raw materials, production processes, storage, handling, packaging, and distribution, are conducted in accordance with halal requirements. The Halal Coordinator coordinates halal compliance programs, conducts internal inspections and audits, manages halal documentation and records, verifies halal status of materials and suppliers, and serves as the company's liaison with JAKIM, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities.

Tasks and Responsibilities

· Lead or be a member of the Internal Halal Committee (IHC).

· Responsible for managing the application for Malaysian Halal Certification.

· Responsible for managing halal-related documentation and records.

· Responsible for controlling and updating the HAS Manual in accordance with the requirements of MHMS 2020.

· Responsible for ensuring the HAS Manual is implemented effectively.

· Obtain commitment and approval from the company’s top management to develop and implement the HAS.

· Responsible as the coordinator managing IHC activities.

· Lead the HAS development working group.

· Verify documents and activities related to HAS.

· Chair/serve as the secretary for JKHD meetings.

· Ensure IHC functions effectively.

· Verify changes involving raw materials, suppliers, products, processes, and the Raw Material Masterlist.

· Responsible for ensuring the entire Malaysian Halal Certification process is properly implemented by IHC.

· Responsible for ensuring HAS is implemented effectively based on the requirements of MHMS 2020.

Skills and Attributes Required

· Bachelor's Degree in Halal Management

· Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Halal certification management, manufacturing environment, quality assurance or quality control, regulatory affairs or halal compliance and documentation

· Well-versed in the latest Malaysia Halal Management System (MHMS/HAS).

· Proficient in JAKIM’s MYeHALAL web-portal and the flow of new and renewal applications.