JOB SUMMARY

The QC Manager shall oversee the implementation of policies, standard operating procedures, documentation and recommend improvement in tools of Quality Control and Assurance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Implement, audit, and manage FSSC 22000 certification requirements, keeping the management updated from time to time.

·         Develop quality procedures, standards and specifications.

·         Plan and monitor testing and inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality.

·         Set quality requirements of raw materials, processing materials and packaging materials.

·         Set up and maintain controls and documentation procedures.

·          Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues.

·          Develop, recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions.

·         Train and manage a team of quality control/assurance technicians.

·         Coordinate and support on-site audits conducted by external providers.

·         Ensure all product legal requirements are met.

·         Make sure that manufacturing or production processes meet national and international standards.

·         Training of production staff and other staff on product quality requirements and processes.

·          Ensure Laboratory functioning unit is efficient and accurate.

·          Prepare and present weekly Quality Control updates to the management team

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS/KEY SKILLS

l   Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Microbiology from a recognized university

l   5-7 years of experience in the food industry Quality Control/ Quality Assurance, with at least three years in a supervisory role, preferably in the edible oil industry.

l   Certified Lead Auditor for FSSC 22000 and at least a Certified Internal Auditor for EMS ISO 14001:2015.

l   Experience in New Product Development protocols.

l   Demonstrable experience in quality control laboratory analysis, including chemical and microbiological analyses.

l   Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to express oneself clearly in English.

l   Strong leadership and training skills.

l   Assertive and able to drive change.

l   Knowledgeable about current trends in the food industry.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience send CV urgently to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. quoting the job title as the subject line on your email
• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.