Quality Assurance Manager at Taghini Foods Limited

Taghini Foods is a traditional poultry processing company based in Ibadan. We supply fresh and frozen poultry products to wholesalers, caterers and further processors, including products suitable for Halal customers. We are a company or people engaged in the production of food, seeking to pursue truth and integrity, and committed to creating value for our customers, our team members, and our communities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of all products for sale within specification for every SKU.
• Ensure that equipment calibration is carried out as required (including weighing scales, temperature probes, chemical concentration etc.)
• Manage relevant quality standards, e.g. HACCP to ensure food safety, statutory & Company standards are maintained.
• Identify and record any product and or service quality problems.
• Ensure suitable product traceability records are maintained throughout the supply chain and maintain a product recall system.
• Ensure that necessary product testing is completed while maintaining suitable records & trends and communicating nonconformances appropriately and conducting root cause analysis reports.
• Carry out supplier audits based on risk analysis.
• Coordinate internal audits including regular hygiene audits, glass audits and housekeeping / GMP checks.
• Work in collaboration with Abattoir Manager and prepare regular management reports and trend analysis.
• Ensure pest control exercise take place as prescribed.
• Coordinate external audits/visits to ensure positive outcome e.g. Liaise with external bodies in relation to food safety issues.
• Produce product/material/ingredient specifications as required.
• Coordinate all Food Safety Training and Refresher training
• Observe, act and immediately report any issues that may pose a threat to a safe working environment.
• Ensure that all accidents or incidents are recorded in detail, reported via specified methods and that any supporting documentation is completed promptly.
• Manage performance of Team members, setting goals and objectives and measuring outcomes.
• Undertake any other duties, as considered by the Managing Director.

Requirements and Skills

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Veterinary Medicine.
• Professional certificate e.g. Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Control / Quality Management.
• Detailed knowledge of Quality Standards / HACCP / Food Safety, Auditing & Inspection.
• Proficiency in productivity and collaboration tools (Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace).
• Ability to manage tasks & projects independently.
• Ability to show initiative and demonstrate problem solving skills Desirable Criteria • HACCP Level 3 qualification.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
• Excellent communication, instructional, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Salary

• Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2024.