Quality Control Officer at Coleman Technical Industries Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking a Quality Control Officer to ensure all products meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality benchmarks.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting raw materials, monitoring production, conducting tests, and maintaining quality records to uphold product excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Inspection:

• Conduct rigorous inspections of raw materials (e.g., copper, aluminum, insulation materials) to verify compliance with company specifications.
• Monitor every stage of cable production, identifying and addressing deviations from standard operating procedures.
• Perform random and routine quality checks on semi-finished and finished cables to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Implement sampling procedures and statistical analysis to assess production quality.

Testing & Compliance:

• Conduct mechanical, electrical, and environmental tests on low and high-voltage cables, including:
• Conductor resistance testing
• Insulation resistance testing
• High-voltage withstand testing
• Flame retardancy and fire resistance testing
• Tensile strength and elongation tests
• Ensure that all testing is in compliance with IEC, NIS, SON, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Work closely with the standards and certification teams to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints related to quality issues and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Process Improvement & Reporting:

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes to enhance quality and reduce defects.
• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality assurance and control.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all inspections, test results, and quality incidents.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on quality performance metrics to senior management.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and work with production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Supplier & Material Quality Management:

• Evaluate and approve new suppliers and materials to ensure they meet company quality standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and work with vendors to address material quality issues.
• Ensure traceability of materials, from procurement to production and final product delivery.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure all quality control processes align with safety regulations and environmental policies.
• Work closely with the Health & Safety team to maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and compliance training sessions.

Training & Development:

• Provide training sessions for production staff on quality standards, best practices, and defect prevention.
• Stay up to date with industry advancements and recommend improvements in testing methodologies.
• Assist in the development of quality control manuals and training materials.

Qualifications & Experience
Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related technical field.
• Additional certifications in Quality Control, ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or Total Quality Management (TQM) are a plus.

Experience:

• 1-5 years of experience in a quality control role, preferably in a cable manufacturing or electrical components industry.
• Hands-on experience with cable testing equipment (e.g., high-voltage testers, tensile testing machines, insulation resistance meters).
• Strong knowledge of cable manufacturing processes, including extrusion, stranding, and sheathing.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in quality control tools (e.g., Statistical Process Control, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Root Cause Analysis).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, production blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with local and international cable manufacturing standards (IEC, NIS, SON, ISO 9001).
• Soft Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Others:

• Age: 25 years and above.
• Male candidates only.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a leading manufacturer of cables in Nigeria. And the largest in West Africa.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.