Quality Assurance Supervisor

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Industry: Food Production
Description: Kenchic Limited is the leading producer of poultry in East and Central Africa. At its inception, the company’s main activity was the production of broiler and layer day-old chicks. Over the years the company has expanded operations to include processed chicken and further processed products. The com… Kenchic Limited is the leading producer of poultry in East and Central Africa. At its inception, the company’s main activity was the production of broiler and layer day-old chicks. Over the years the company has expanded operations to include processed chicken and further processed products. The company started its operations in 1984. The company’s Head Office is in Exsan House along Enterprise road. Kenchic is proud to be the largest integrated poultry operation in East and Central Africa and deals in day-old chicks, processed chicken meat and further processed products such as smoked sausages, choma sausages & sausages. At Kenchic we place the highest priority of the birds we farm. Our farming practices conform not only to Kenyan standards but also to the European Union and World Health Organization requirements. Every aspect of our business is aligned to a program we call Farm to Fork. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Not specified
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Manufacturing

Job Description

Role Overview

In this food manufacturing quality assurance role, you will check that food safety and quality controls are followed from raw-material receiving through production, storage and dispatch. Your monitoring, records and follow-up on issues will help protect product integrity, support regulatory compliance and give the Quality Assurance Manager reliable information for review.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor quality and food safety practices across receiving, processing, storage and dispatch, and follow up on gaps.
  • Check, validate and verify on-line quality controls and laboratory records, including QAPs, CCPs, O-PRPs, PRPs and GMP checks.
  • Maintain clear, accurate documentation that supports product traceability, compliance and timely reporting of process or product deviations.
  • Prepare reports on product quality, process performance and equipment for the Quality Assurance Manager.
  • Investigate nonconforming products and customer complaints, contributing to root-cause analysis and timely corrective actions.
  • Carry out internal audits and monitor hygiene and GMP practices, including completion of sanitation schedules.
  • Maintain QA programmes and records in line with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Deliver food safety and quality training to help staff apply required practices consistently.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology or a related field; a bachelor’s degree is an advantage.
  • One to two years of relevant experience in FMCG or food manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP and quality management systems.
  • Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Clear communication, careful attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with a team.
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