Job Description
- Product sampling and laboratory testing
- In-line quality inspection and process monitoring
- Application of food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices GMP
- Compliance with KORE and ISO/FSSC standards
- Accurate recording and interpretation of test results
- Identification and reporting of non-conformances
- Support for quality audits and documentation control
- Collaboration with production and quality teams to uphold standards
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Product and Process Testing
- Conduct physical, chemical, and microbiological tests on raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods per testing schedules.
- Perform in-line quality checks on production lines, including CO2, Brix, fill height, torque, crown/crimp integrity, etc.
- Document and escalate non-conforming results to the Senior Lab Quality Assurance Technologist.
Product Quality Compliance
- Ensure products meet Coca-Cola Company TCCC specifications and food safety standards.
- Prevent the release of non-conforming products through effective monitoring and communication.
- Support corrective and preventive actions CAPA to address quality deviations.
Instrument Use and Calibration Checks
- Operate lab equipment e.g., pH meters, refractometers, incubators, balances according to procedures.
- Report calibration deviations and instrument malfunctions immediately.
- Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained.
Quality System Adherence
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices GLP, and Good Manufacturing Practices GMP.
- Support implementation of FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and KORE quality systems.
- Maintain accurate and complete quality control records.
Audit and Hygiene Support
- Participate in internal and external audits by providing samples, records, and evidence of compliance.
- Monitor and report on GMP conditions on the production floor and warehouse.
- Conduct environmental and hygiene swabbing when required.
Quality Culture and Team Collaboration
- Promote quality awareness among production teams during routine interactions.
- Assist the lab and production team in troubleshooting quality issues.
- Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the quality department
KBI
- % of tests completed on time and accurately
- First Time Quality pass rate FTQ
- Incidents of product hold or rejection
- Number of quality non-conformances detected at the line
- Quality documentation accuracy and audit readiness
- GMP compliance levels and hygiene scores
- Instrument uptime and calibration compliance
Skills, Experience & Education
Education
- Minimum: National Certificate or National Diploma in Food Technology, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field
- Preferred: Completed tertiary qualification in a Quality or Science-related discipline
- HACCP and ISO/FSSC training is advantageous
Experience
- 1–3 years’ experience in a quality control or laboratory role within FMCG, food, or beverage manufacturing
- Experience working in a certified food safety environment FSSC, ISO, or equivalentExposure to routine in-process and finished product quality testing
Skills
- Basic laboratory testing and sampling techniques
- Understanding of food safety and quality systems HACCP, GMP, KORE
- Ability to operate lab instruments and interpret results
- Knowledge of quality documentation and data integrity principles
- Familiarity with test result recording manual or digital systemsStrong communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and WordBasic understanding of non-conformance and root cause reporting
Deadline:30th June,2026
