Summary
Date Posted: 24th April 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Currency: KES , Value: 40000 , Minimum: 28000 , Maximum: 121000 , Period: MONTH

JOB DETAILS:
Our client in the export and import of fresh fruits and vegetables seeks to hire a Quality Controller. S/he will be Responsible for inspection on fruits & veggies to ensure that they meet the quality requirements. S/he will implement and monitors procedures, standards and specifications aimed at meeting a company’s food quality goals. .

Responsibilities
• Contributes to development of department mission, strategy, programs, and operating budget
• Collaborates with key internal customers in order to provide effective and efficient support against project objectives and timelines
• Review customer feedback and respond to any complaints.
• Prepare reports on food quality status to relay to owners and upper-level management and keep records of all tests and inspections that have been conducted.
• Developing and reviewing existing safety and quality policies,
• Inspecting the workplace for compliance and identifying any areas of concern,
• Provides support for achieving compliance to company requirements.
• Selects and manages third-party auditing services to validate supplier compliance. Uses auditing data to identify risks and opportunities for improvement for each supplier.
• Monitors effectiveness of ongoing training program on in-store safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Inspect the food products to ensure they are safe and of a high quality before releasing them to the market.
• Use a checklist to confirm products are packaged safely, and have expiration dates and instructions about storage and use..

Job Skills: Not Specified

Qualifications
• Major in agriculture , food science or closely related course , diploma and above
• At least 3-5 years above experience in veggies and avocados quality control
• Previous experience in sensory and quality evaluation of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables will be an added advantage
• Have cutting-edge analytical skills,
• The ability to identify problems in products,
• A keen eye for details and consistent study on quality-related issues.
• Familiar with include the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) management system
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to assimilate new information quickly and react positively to new and challenging opportunities
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing environment
• Familiarity with food regulations
Job Education Requirements: Not Specified
Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

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Job application procedure
Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their detailed CVs with a day – time Telephone number to the email address: jobs@hcsafrica.com  with Quality Controller –Fruits and Vegetables on the Subject line. Candidates MUST indicate their Current & Expected salaries

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