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QUALITY ASSURANCE (HOLTICULTURE) - KITENGELA, NAIROBI
Our client based in Kitengela, Nairobi is a leading exporter of holticulture produce to European and Middle East Markets. They are looking forward to hiring a Quality Assurance
who will be will be inspecting, evaluating and selecting produce fit for export.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
. Checking that the production process yields products that consistently satisfy the stated customer quality attributes.
. Investigating all customer complaints, trending of such and ensuring corrective actions are put in place to avoid a re-occurrence.
. Training of staff within the department to ensure a comprehensive understanding of all processes within the quality department.
. Working on holticulture produce pack-house.
. Ensuring good record management practices.
. Maintaining a high level of hygiene within and around the facility.
. Ensuring that the laid down quality management systems are adhered to at all times during the production process to ensure the product conforms in terms of quality, safety, and legality.
. Investigating and looking for ways of improving the current systems/practice applied on site whenever there is a change in the market standards.
. Understanding the requirements for audits and customer visits and be able to help in preparations for the audits/visits.
. Liaising with the Director to ensure that the department is well staffed at all times.
. Any other duty assigned by the manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
. Diploma/Degree in food science, Horticulture, Agriculture or related field.
. At least 2 -3 years practical experience in working in a busy fresh produce export company.
. Good knowledge and experience in market quality standards specifically related to holticulture processing.
. Must have an understanding of New Product Development and new concepts that can be trialed within the current Hazard analysis and critical control points ( HACCP).
. Good computer skills with advanced Microsoft skills ( word and excel).
. Worked as a QA, assistant QA or in the vegetable processing packhouse is a KEY REQUIREMENT.
. Must be self-driven and have a clear demonstration of self-learning.
. Demonstrate Leadership Skills, creativity, critical thinking and versatility.
. Good communication skills.
. Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
MONTHLY GROSS SALARY: Ksh. 30,000
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates to send CVs and Cover Letters to recruitment@jobwhisper.co.ke with the subject 'Quality Assurance - Holticulture'
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21st December 2021
NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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