Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC) Specialist at Proten

Description

• Our client in the Food & Beverages/Export industry is seeking an experienced QA/QC Specialist to oversee product quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, and health, safety, and environmental standards.
• The ideal candidate must have relevant experience in the Food & Beverages, Herbs & Spices, or Export sector, with strong knowledge of quality management systems, food safety standards, and HSE practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product sampling, testing, sensory evaluation, and routine quality inspections across production processes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, IFS, and organic certification requirements.
• Manage internal audits, traceability records, quality documentation, and audit readiness.
• Identify physical, chemical, and biological hazards and implement appropriate quality control measures.
• Develop and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, and workplace safety programmes.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and enforce PPE compliance and safety standards.
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and quality deviations, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct staff training, toolbox talks, and awareness programmes on food safety, quality, and workplace safety.
• Liaise with external laboratories, research institutions, regulatory agencies, and government officials.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, training, and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Quality Engineering, Food Science/Technology, Food Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years' relevant experience, preferably in a supervisory or management role.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• Mandatory experience in the Food & Beverages, Export, Herbs & Spices industry.
• Professional certification in QA/QC or process improvement, such as TQM, Six Sigma, Lean, HACCP, ISO 22000, IASSC, or ASQ.
• Knowledge of Food Defense, NEBOSH, ISPON Level 3, QHSE, QMS, and hygiene policies.
• Certifications such as CSP, OSHA 30-Hour, IOSH, ISO 45001, or ISO 14001 are highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards, food safety regulations, internal auditing, traceability, and HSE compliance.
• Experience in the hibiscus export business is an added advantage.
• Fluency in Hausa and English is required.