Quality Controller

Job description

Yalelo is seeking a highly motivated and energetic self-starter with experience in a FMCG industry to work as a Quality Controller.

Location: The roles will be based in Kitwe & Lusaka.

The Quality Controller will help in executing the different standards established by the Quality Manager through testing and assessing products at the point of receiving and dispatching in order to meet the organization and Industry set standards.

The Right Fit candidate will be:

Performing quality checks on the trucks and fish upon arrival.

Captures data during inspection i.e. Check for optimal temperature, quality of fish (frozen & fresh) and state of trucks and issue certificate of analysis.

Constant monitoring of temperatures for the cooling unit (reefers and chillers)

Hourly capturing of cooling unit temperature and escalating out of order temperatures to either quality specialist or engineering.

Issues product release forms once quality checks have been performed on fish before dispatch

Ensures necessary documents are signed and feedback is given and well documented

Regular site visits to stores for quality related issues.

Ensures cleaning of the warehouse as per required standards.

Update quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.

Competencies

Diploma in Food Safety /Processing, Laboratory Technician, Food Science or related
BSc. Degree in Biology, Lab Tech, Food Production Or related is an added advantage
Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
Industry Experience: ​At least Two (2) years’ work experience, preferably in the FMCG industry.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well independently and in a team-based environment.
Ability to work a schedule outside business hours and/or flexible shifts.