Quality Assurance Officer at Illaj Agro-Processing Limited

Illaj Agro-Processing Limited offers quality range of products for consumers to promote a healthier future. Our Vision is to lead the transformation of the farm input system in West Africa. Our Mission is to continuously commercialize innovative agricultural technologies that will increase farmers' yield, enhance nutrition and build livelihood through expertise, technology application and being a customer-centric farm inputs company.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Assurance Officer

Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Quality Assurance Officer ensures that the company's products and services meet the established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• This role involves developing and implementing quality control procedures, conducting inspections, and ensuring continuous process improvement to achieve and maintain high-quality outputs.
• The Quality Assurance Officer plays a key role in identifying defects, conducting audits, and recommending corrective actions.

Responsibilities
Quality Control:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and procedures for products and services.
• Conduct regular inspections and tests on products at various stages of production to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Identify and document defects, discrepancies, or non-conformities in the production process.
• Work closely with the production and operations teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Process Improvement:

• Analyze current quality control processes and recommend improvements to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality assurance and track performance against established standards.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization and cost reduction.

Auditing and Reporting:

• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of quality inspections, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Prepare and present reports on quality performance, issues, and trends to management.

Compliance:

• Ensure that the company complies with all relevant quality standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., SON, NAFDAC).
• Stay updated on industry regulations and implement necessary changes in quality control processes.
• Train and educate staff on quality assurance policies, standards, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry and Food Technology
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in quality assurance or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in using quality control software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
• Any Professional Certification is an Added Advantage.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2024.