QA Officer – Chemicals & Detergents

Position: QA Officer – Chemicals & Detergents

Industry: Manufacturing (Chemicals)

Remuneration: Ksh 80,000 – 100,000 (Gross)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Role Purpose

Our client, a specialized manufacturer of detergents and pool chemicals, is seeking a high-caliber Quality Assurance Officer. This role is the technical backbone of the production facility, ensuring that every batch of product—from industrial surfactants to chlorine-based chemicals—meets rigorous safety and efficacy standards. You will be responsible for the end-to-end quality lifecycle, including raw material verification, in-process titration/analysis, and final product certification. The ideal candidate will combine strong laboratory expertise with a firm understanding of Kenyan regulatory frameworks (KEBS) and international quality management systems (ISO).

Core Responsibilities

Laboratory Analysis & Product Testing

• Conduct rigorous chemical and physical testing on raw materials and finished goods, focusing on pH levels, chlorine concentrations, viscosity, and active matter.

• Approve or reject production batches based on strict adherence to formulation accuracy and set quality specifications.

• Monitor the consistency of detergent formulations to ensure every unit meets the promised performance standards.

• Manage the laboratory environment, ensuring all testing equipment is calibrated and reagents are handled safely.

Process Monitoring & QMS Compliance

• Conduct routine inspections of the mixing, filling, and packaging lines to ensure total alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Identify and document process deviations, recommending immediate corrective actions to prevent large-scale batch failures.

• Support the maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) and track Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for any non-conformities.

• Ensure all products and raw materials are accompanied by updated Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and are labeled according to global hazard standards.

Regulatory Affairs & Safety

• Serve as the primary point of contact for KEBS compliance and audits, ensuring all products carry the required standardization marks.

• Oversee the safe handling and storage of hazardous industrial chemicals, including acids and volatile surfactants.

• Participate in internal and external quality audits, providing technical documentation and batch records as required.

• Investigate customer quality complaints, performing root-cause analysis and implementing feedback loops to the production team.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Analyze defect trends and laboratory data to identify opportunities for increasing production efficiency and reducing waste.

• Facilitate staff training on quality standards, chemical safety, and operational hygiene.

• Prepare comprehensive quality reports for management, detailing batch performance and regulatory status.

Requirements & Competencies

Professional Background

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.

• Knowledge: Deep understanding of chemical testing procedures, laboratory analysis, and quality control systems.

• Regulatory Awareness: Familiarity with KEBS standards, ISO 9001, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) regulations.

• Added Advantage: Experience specifically handling pool chemicals (chlorine) or industrial detergents and surfactants.

Technical & Soft Skills

• Precision: High level of accuracy in performing chemical titrations and interpreting data.

• Problem Solving: Ability to identify root causes of product failures and implement preventive strategies.

• Communication: Clear technical writing skills for reports and the ability to train non-technical production staff.

• Integrity: Firm commitment to quality standards, even under production pressure.

What is on Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A gross salary of Ksh 80,000 – 100,000.

• Technical Impact: Lead the quality direction for a specialized and growing manufacturing niche.

• Professional Environment: Work within a company committed to international ISO standards and continuous improvement.

If you possess the necessary technical qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Quality Assurance Officer – Chemicals & Detergents) before 29th April 2026.