DEADLINE: 02/08/2024

Quality Assurance Assistant

Full-time

The Quality Assurance Assistant is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of quality assurance policies and procedures. This includes monitoring and testing products at various stages of production, documenting findings, and working with the production Supervisor to correct any quality issues

Reports to:Quality Assurance Manager

Duty Station: Soroti

Main Duties

Inspection and Testing:

Conduct regular inspections and tests of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Record and analyze test data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, tests, and audits.

Prepare reports on quality performance, non-conformities, and corrective actions.

Compliance and Standards:

Ensure that all products meet regulatory and company-specific quality standards.

Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring that all documentation is up-to-date and accurate.

Process Improvement:

Identify opportunities for improving product quality and process efficiency.

Work with production staff to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

Training and Support:

Provide training and support to production staff on quality assurance procedures and best practices.

Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with special projects and initiatives as needed.

And any other duties that may be assigned to you by your supervisors from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

A degree in Food Science/Industrial Chemistry/Microbiology and any other related discipline.

2 years of relevant experience in a similar field

Certification in Quality Management System (QMS) or food safety management (FSM) (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) is an advantage.

Minimum of 2 years working experience in a quality assurance role within the food manufacturing industry.

Experience with quality control techniques and tools.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards for food safety.

Knowledge of quality assurance principles and practices.

Proficiency in using inspection and testing equipment.

Ability to use computer software for data entry and analysis (e.g., Microsoft Office, quality management systems).

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

How to apply

All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic documents/transcripts and certificates, telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the

Human Resource Office

Soroti Fruits Ltd

PO Box 154 Soroti

Email: [email protected]

For more details, please visit our website https://www.softe.co.ug

Deadline for receipt of applications: Monday 02nd August 2024 by 5:30 pm.

NOTE: Only online applications will be considered and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About Soroti Fruits Limited

Industry: Quality Assurance

Location: Soroti, Uganda

Soroti Fruits Limited was incorporated in 2011 and is a government of Uganda investment promotion initiative aimed at supporting value addition in fruit processing for the promotion of industrial growth, income diversification and increasing household incomes in the country and is a subsidiary of Uganda Development Corporation which was established by an ACT of Parliament. Its shareholders are the Government of Uganda through Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) which owns 80% of its shares and Teso Tropical Fruits Cooperative Union (TEFCU) which owns 20%. Soroti Fruits Limited adds value to local oranges and mangoes, predominantly purchased from the Eastern and Northern regions of Uganda, producing fruit concentrates and natural ready-to-drink juice, branded “TEJU”. Soroti Fruits Limited shares pride in the success of peasant farmers and mainly works with Teso Tropical Fruit Farmers’ Cooperative Union (TEFCU) which supplies the factory’s majority fruit requirements. TEJU Orange Juice and TEJU Mango Juice are 100% pure natural juices, squeezed from fresh fruits. “Taste the Natural Blend”