Quality Control Officer (Food Sector) at Smart Partners

Job Summary

• The Quality Control Officer is responsible for ensuring that food products meet required quality, safety, and regulatory standards throughout the production process.
• The role involves monitoring raw materials, in-process activities, and finished products to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and test raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Conduct routine quality checks, sampling, and laboratory analysis.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP, ISO 22000, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Identify quality deviations and initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain accurate quality control records, reports, and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits (NAFDAC, SON, ISO, etc.).
• Train production staff on quality, hygiene, and food safety practices.
• Monitor sanitation, hygiene, and environmental conditions within the facility.
• Report non-conformities and recommend improvements to production processes.
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and storage of food products.

Requirements

• B.Sc Degree / HND qualification in Food Science & Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• 3 - 5 years experience in a quality control role within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, ISO).
• Familiarity with regulatory agencies and inspections (e.g., NAFDAC, SON).
• Good analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Competencies:

• Quality Inspection & Testing.
• Food Safety & Hygiene Management.
• Regulatory Compliance.
• Process Improvement.
• Documentation & Record Keeping.
• Team Collaboration.