Quality Controller Vacancy – Fixed Term Contract (Ruiru Town)

Our Client, a leading avocado and avocado oil exporter based in Ruiru, is seeking to fill the following position on a Fixed Term Contract. Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a leading shared service company for Mini Group of Companies, dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients. We are committed to excellence and strive to deliver the highest quality products and services. Our team is a diverse group of talented professionals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to the company’s success.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the Quality Controller will play a critical role in ensuring the consistent quality and safety of avocado products. The role involves monitoring all production stages, from raw material reception to finished product packaging, to ensure compliance with internal standards, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality checks on incoming fruits, in-process, and finished products.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance procedures to ensure product safety and consistency.
• Monitor cold room conditions, fruit quality during offloading, and hygiene across production areas.
• Perform laboratory testing, including sensory evaluations, FFA analysis, Peroxide Value, and dry matter tests.
• Maintain accurate QA records, reports, and non-conformance documentation.
• Troubleshoot causes of deviations, propose corrective/preventive actions, and advise management.
• Provide training to production staff on QA standards, hygiene, and SOP adherence.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, GMP, and food labeling standards.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to enhance processes and resolve quality issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate or higher in Food Science, Quality Assurance, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in QA/QC within the food processing industry.
• Hands-on experience in avocado grading and identification is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with ISO standards, HACCP, GMP, and QFSMS.
• Proficiency in computer applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting.

Key Skills & Competence

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inspections and testing.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying quality issues and root causes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to train and engage staff.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments with flexible scheduling.
• Integrity and ability to report accurate findings.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their application letter and updated CV to the Head of Talent Management via careers@minigrp.com, quoting “Quality Controller” in the subject line, by COB 23rd September, 2025. Kindly indicate your current salary and salary expectations in your application.

NB:

• We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
• Internal candidates should apply through their respective Line Managers.
• Successful candidates will undergo background checks.