Description
Brief Job Overview
We are looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team and oversee the quality of the Agro commodities procured across different regions and markets.
The responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Specialist will include developing quality standards, interpreting quality requirements, conducting sample tests, and identifying issues with quality level of our products.
Ultimately, you will work with a team to ensure our final Agro products meet our international standards across the board.
Responsibilities
The ideal Candidate will (but not limited to):
Plan, execute, and oversee product inspection and testing for quality and conformance to contract specifications and deliverables.
Preparing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures
Performing routine inspections and quality tests
Test all Agro commodities at the stage of procurement and before delivery to ascertain standard quality demands of the company.
Ensure that standards and safety regulations are observed.
Address and discuss issues and proposed solutions with superiors.
Document quality assurance activities and create audit reports.
Make recommendations for improvement.
Calibration of analysis machine
Create training materials and operating manuals.
Assist operations by tracking, documenting, and reporting quality levels as well as CSR, environmental, and health and safety KPIs.
Investigate reports of product quality issues and ensure resolution in accordance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Develop or update procedures for capture, investigation, and documentation of Agro product complaints.
Monitor risk-management procedures, maintain problem logs, and report issues to managers and product developers.
Provide training and support to quality assurance team members that covers systems, policies, procedures, and core processes.
Other duties as maybe assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in relevant field
Minimum of 4 years work experience as Quality Assurance officer in the industry or similar role.
Understanding of Quality Assurance in Agro products
Fluency in more than one language (Preferably English and Hausa)
Required Competence:
Proven work experience as a Quality Assurance Specialist or similar role
Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance
Solid knowledge of relevant regulatory standards
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent data collection and analysis skills
Strong attention to detail
Relevant training and/or certifications as a Quality Assurance Specialist
Multi-tasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.