The Lead Quality Assurance / Quality Control is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing quality assurance and quality control systems to ensure products, processes, and operations comply with internal standards, customer requirements, and Kenya government regulatory compliances including KEBS and other statutory bodies. The role ensures consistent product quality, regulatory adherence, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Policy and Standards: Establish, implement, and maintain QA/QC policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with KEBS, applicable Kenyan regulations, and certification requirements.
Testing and Certification: Coordinate product testing, certification, inspections, and approvals with KEBS and relevant authorities.
Monitoring: Monitor the quality of raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
Auditing: Lead internal and external audits and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Quality Deviations: Investigate quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints.
Team Leadership: Train and supervise QA/QC teams on quality systems, compliance, and best practices.
Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and regulatory compliance.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Liaise with production, procurement, and management to ensure consistent quality standards.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Animal Nutrition, Chemistry, Microbiology, Quality Management, or a related field.
Professional certifications in ISO, HACCP, GMP, or Quality Management Systems will be an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum 5–8 years of experience in QA/QC within manufacturing, food, animal feed, or FMCG Industries.
Proven experience handling KEBS compliance, inspections, product certification, and audits.
Strong knowledge of Kenyan regulatory standards, quality systems, and audit processes.
Prior experience in leading QA/QC teams and managing cross-functional quality initiatives.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Bridge Talent Management recruitment portal at bridgetalentgroup.zohorecruit.com or via the application link provided on the MyJobMag portal.
