Quality Controller

About this role

Nutri K Limited is seeking a Quality Controller in Kano to ensure incoming raw and packaging materials, in-process products, and finished goods meet defined quality, food safety, HO&S and regulatory requirements. The role supports extrusion operations by carrying out inspections, sampling, process checks, analytical measurements, hygiene verification, documentation and timely reporting of deviations for corrective action. It is suitable for candidates with a background in food science or a related field and with experience in food manufacturing.

What you would do

• Inspect incoming raw and packaging materials at reception per SOPs.
• Validate raw materials pre-treatment process per SOPs.
• Conduct inline inspections and quality checks for in-process products during extrusion.
• Sample in-process and finished products at regular intervals.
• Perform on-line analyses of moisture, density, water and steam, and particle size, and record results.
• Record quality results and nonconformities and initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

What they are asking for

• HND or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food manufacturing or extruded pet food production.
• Good understanding of food safety and quality management systems.
• English language skills.
• Computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel & Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMP, GSP, GHP, HACCP and ISO 22000; quality control principles and testing methods; regulatory, health, safety and environmental requirements.

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