Quality Assurance
NAIROBI, Nairobi
Posted 3 days ago
- Company:
- Orchid HR
- Company Description:
- Orchid HR has been serving a wide variety of industries as human resource advisors, consultants, and on-site HR departments since 2010. Our core business is to provide our corporate clients with human capital solutions that result in measurably improved employee and organizational performance while minimizing employment practice risk. We assist organizations troubleshoot, establish and outsource essential Human Resource functions.
- Contract Type:
- Contract
- Experience Required:
- 2 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Location: Nairobi
Industry: Manufacturing
Application Deadline: 28th April 2025
Are you driven by excellence and meticulous about quality? We are looking for a proactive Quality Assurance Officer to uphold and elevate our manufacturing standards. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company that values consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement in product quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform rigorous testing of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to ensure adherence to internal and regulatory quality standards.
Support the product innovation process by validating the quality of new products during development and post-launch.
Develop and implement robust quality control frameworks aligned with client requirements and market expectations.
Coordinate internal quality assurance training sessions and enhance staff competencies in quality control practices.
Analyze and minimize Material Usage Variances (MUV) to curb waste and optimize efficiency.
Lead investigations and resolutions for customer complaints and quality-related incidents.
Manage pest control programs and ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations.
Champion lean production practices that maintain quality while improving cost-efficiency.
Keep comprehensive and accurate records of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and quality metrics; compile and submit reports regularly.
Drive the effective implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 systems.
Qualifications & Experience:
Diploma/Degree in Industrial Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a quality assurance role within a manufacturing setup.
Familiarity with ISO 9001-certified environments is a strong advantage.
Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
