Asistant Manager Quality Assurance at Vitafoam Nigeria Plc

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager, Quality Assurance supports the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of quality systems and processes across Vitafoam’s manufacturing activities — ensuring all products meet internal standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. As part of a production-centric organization, this role balances technical oversight, process improvement, and compliance with quality management principles in a foam manufacturing context (e.g., mattresses, cushions, rigid products).

Key Responsibilities

Operational Quality Assurance

• Work with production teams to integrate quality checkpoints throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conduct and/or oversee inspections, tests, sampling, and verification of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.

Process Improvement and Compliance

• Collect and analyze quality data, identify trends and deviations; support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.

Team Leadership & Training

• Mentor, guide, and supervise quality assurance personnel (e.g., inspectors, analysts).

 Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a relevant technical/science field.
• Mimimum of 3 years’ experience in a quality assurance or quality control role within manufacturing or related industry; supervisory experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in standard quality documentation and reporting.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Official company car and related allowances.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Structured career development and growth opportunities within the organization.
• Health, pension benefits amongst others.

Note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.