On behalf of our Client, a leading avocado and avocado oil exporter, we are seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Quality Controller on a Fixed Term Contract to support quality assurance and food safety operations across production.

Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a shared-service firm under the Mini Group of Companies, offering specialized recruitment and HR solutions to organizations across various industries.

Position Summary

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

Key Duties & Responsibilities

a) Quality Inspection & Monitoring
Conduct inspections and quality checks on incoming fruits, in-process production, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.

b) Laboratory Testing & Analysis
Perform laboratory tests including sensory evaluation, Free Fatty Acid (FFA) analysis, Peroxide Value (PV), dry matter testing, and maturity assessments.

c) Production & Cold Room Monitoring
Monitor fruit quality during offloading, cold room conditions, and hygiene standards across production areas.

d) Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate QA records, non-conformance reports, and quality documentation in line with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, GMP, and food labeling standards.

e) Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Identify deviations, conduct root cause analysis, propose corrective and preventive actions, and advise management on quality improvements.

f) Training & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Train production staff on quality standards and hygiene practices; collaborate with production and other departments to improve processes and resolve quality issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate or higher qualification in Food Science, Quality Assurance, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field
• Minimum 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 Quality/Food Safety Management Systems
• Proficiency in computer applications for reporting and data analysis

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong communication skills; integrity in reporting findings; adaptability to fast-paced environments; ability to train and engage staff effectively.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their application letter and updated CV to the Head of Talent Management via

👉 www.minigrp.com/careers

Kindly quote “Quality Controller” in the subject line.
Please indicate your current salary and salary expectations in your application.
Deadline: COB 15Th May , 2026

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.