Quality Control Officer at The HR Hub Nigeria

Job Summary

• We are seeking a meticulous and analytical Quality Control (QC) Officer to join our Quality Assurance team.
• In this role, you will monitor, test, and inspect our production processes—from raw material receipt to finished product packaging.
• Your sharp eye for detail will ensure that our products consistently meet company benchmarks, customer expectations, and legal standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspections: Conduct daily checks on raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to verify physical, chemical, and sensory attributes.
• Line Monitoring: Audit production lines continuously to ensure adherence to recipe specifications, weight controls, and packaging integrity.
• Sanitation & GMPs: Monitor and enforce strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), personal hygiene standards, and factory sanitation protocols.
• Lab Testing: Perform basic laboratory testing (e.g., pH, moisture, brix, or basic microbiological sampling) and accurately document test results.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify, isolate, and log any defective materials or out-of-specification products; initiate hold procedures and root-cause investigations.
• Calibration: Maintain and calibrate laboratory and production testing equipment (e.g., scales, thermometers, pH meters) to ensure accuracy.
• Documentation: Maintain precise, up-to-date QC logs, batch records, and compliance checklists for internal and external food safety audits.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Food Science, Food Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related science discipline.
• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in a Quality Control role within a food manufacturing, beverage, or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety management systems (ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000), and local food regulatory guidelines.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and excellent communication skills.