Quality Assurance Officer

Location: Gbagada, Lagos Reports To: Head of Operations Employment Type: Full-time (Onsite) Work Schedule: Monday – Saturday About the Company Our client is a food processing company specializing in dehydration, packaging, and labeling of food products. The organization is focused on delivering high-quality processed food products that meet industry standards and evolving consumer demands. Role Summary The Quality Assurance Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety standards, particularly HACCP and other relevant certification frameworks. The role will oversee documentation, quality control procedures, and regulatory compliance within the production environment. Key Responsibilities Implement and monitor HACCP protocols across production processes. Ensure compliance with regulatory and certification standards. Conduct internal audits and quality inspections. Maintain production and quality control documentation. Develop and update SOPs, quality manuals, and compliance records. Ensure traceability and proper documentation for certification purposes. Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety and hygiene standards. Identify quality gaps and recommend corrective actions. Support certification preparation and external audits. Train production staff on quality and safety standards. Enforce compliance with hygiene and operational protocols. Requirements Degree or HND in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field Working knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems Experience in food processing or manufacturing environment Strong documentation and audit preparation skills Core Competencies Ownership mindset Strong sense of responsibility and accountability Detail-oriented with strong compliance focus Hands-on quality control experience in food production