Quality Assurance Manager - Oyo, Nigeria - Taghini Foods

Description

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.