Job Purpose

• The Quality Control Officer ensures that all poultry products and processes at natnudO Foods Abbatior , Kaduna, comply with established food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• The role is responsible for monitoring production, conducting tests, enforcing compliance with SOPs, and maintaining product integrity from chicken productionto finished goods.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Monitor and ensure compliance with national and international food safety regulations (NAFDAC, SON, HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP).
• Enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all production stages.
• Conduct routine inspections of production lines, cold rooms, and packaging units to ensure compliance with hygiene and quality standards.

Testing & Monitoring

• Perform microbial and chemical tests on raw materials, water, and finished chicken products.
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) and document corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Verify that products meet weight, temperature, and packaging requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records, inspection logs, and deviation reports.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports for management review.
• Track and report non-conformances, recommending improvements where necessary.

Process Improvement & Training

• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve quality processes.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives in quality systems.
• Train staff on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hygiene standards, and food safety awareness.

Customer & Regulatory Audits:

• Assist in preparing for external audits (regulatory bodies, customers, and certifications).
• Provide necessary documentation and act as a liaison during inspections.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance rate with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Number of non-conformance cases reported and resolved.
• Accuracy and timeliness of quality reports.
• Customer complaints related to product quality.
• Staff adherence to GMP and hygiene practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Animal Science, or related field.
• 4–6years’ experience in Quality Control / Quality Assurance in a food processing, poultry, or FMCG environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP, and regulatory compliance in food production.
• Familiarity with microbial testing, laboratory procedures, and food safety monitoring tools.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to spot deviations quickly.
• Good communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a cold-room environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and quality management systems.