Quality Control Officer at Omas Commodities Resources Nigeria Limited

Omas Commodities Resources Nigeria Limited is a mission-driven cocoa company of over 3 decades committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive cocoa value chain. Rooted in agricultural sustainability, ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship. OMAS works directly with smallholder farmers to improve livelihoods, promote agroforestry practices, and ensure traceable, high-quality cocoa production. By integrating innovation, transparency, and sustainability, OMAS is redefining how cocoa is grown, traded, and enjoyed while creating lasting impact from farm to final product.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Control Officer

Location: Akure, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Quality Control Officer will be responsible in ensuring that all incoming and outgoing cocoa beans meet the company’s quality standards and customer specifications. 
• It is basically the inspecting, sampling, grading, and documentation of cocoa quality, while working closely with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to maintain high standards from farm to factory.

Key Responsibilities

• He/she will ensure Inspection and evaluation of cocoa beans based on physical and sensory quality parameters like moisture content, mold, infestation, bean count, fermentation, etc.
• Someone who takes initiative and maintains detailed records of test results, quality reports, and batch traceability through collection of samples of cocoa after quality assessment.
• A team player who can work closely with farmers, cooperatives, and suppliers to provide feedback and training on cocoa quality improvement.
• Must be able to conduct pre-shipment and post-arrival quality checks in adherence to national and international cocoa quality standards (e.g., ICCO standards).
• Ensures careful assessment of lab equipment according to protocols, identify non-conforming products and report findings to management for corrective actions.
• He/she must be Learned and familiar with MS word, Excel or QA system to prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports for internal use and client communication.
• Monitor storage conditions to prevent quality degradation like humidity, pests, contamination, etc.

Qualification and Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Agriculture, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in quality control, preferably in cocoa or agricultural commodities.
• Knowledge of cocoa grading systems, post-harvest handling, and quality standards.
• Experience with quality assessment tools (moisture meters, cut tests, sieves, etc.).
• Familiarity with certification schemes and food safety standards (ISO, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work in field and warehouse environments.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Yoruba language in cocoa sourcing areas is an asset.

Application Closing Date
18th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume, a Cover letter highlighting relevant experience, and two references to: hr@omascrnl.com using "Quality Control Officer" as the subject of the mail.