QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST AT KEEP FRESH LTD (KFL) | QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Keep Fresh Ltd (KFL) is a dynamic fresh produce company specializing in locally sourced fruits and vegetables, is driven by innovation and technology to elevate service quality.

Job Description:

Keep Fresh Ltd is on a mission to redefine produce longevity and food safety in Nigeria. We are seeking a high-energy, detail-obsessed Quality Assurance Specialist to anchor our operations hub in Surulere.

This is not a "desk job." You are the guardian of freshness. You will be responsible for the scientific grading of produce, the enforcement of strict hygiene protocols, and the management of 100% traceability data. We need a "Self-Starter" who understands that in the agro-allied sector, quality isn't just a checkbox—it’s the difference between a successful delivery and total spoilage.

Requirements:

1. Produce Grading & Food Safety

• In-Depth Inspections: Conduct rigorous checks on all incoming, stored, and outgoing produce. You will grade items based on freshness, size, and health, ensuring only the best reaches the consumer.

• Hygiene Enforcement: Implement and monitor strict food safety standards across the facility to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth.

• Escalation Logic: Identify and record recurring quality anomalies, providing the R&D team with the data needed to refine our preservation processes.

2. Documentation, Traceability & R&D

• The Paper Trail: Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality checklists, and batch records. You ensure that every piece of fruit or vegetable has a "digital birth certificate."

• R&D Partnership: Work closely with the Research & Development team to test new post-harvest technologies and storage methods, turning field observations into actionable data.

• Logistics Coordination: Maintain delivery logs and coordinate with drivers to ensure the "Cold Chain" or "Fresh Chain" is never broken during transit.

3. Operational Leadership & Risk Mitigation

• Operational Agility: Step in to lead teams or supervise shifts whenever necessary to maintain operational flow. You are the "fail-safe" for the facility.

• Risk Scouting: Proactively identify operational risks—such as equipment failure or temperature fluctuations—and report them before they result in financial loss.

• Staff Mentorship: Train field staff and loaders on the science of quality standards, fostering a culture where data and hygiene are prioritized by everyone.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: OND, HND, BSc, or Vocational training in Agriculture, Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.

• Location Preference: Must reside in or near Surulere, Lagos. Proximity to the hub is critical for immediate operational response.

• Mindset: A "Challenger" who asks "Why?" and uses data to improve existing systems.

Core Competencies

• Post-Harvest Literacy: Eagerness to master the science of shelf-life extension and post-harvest tech.

• Communication: Ability to bridge the gap between technical R&D requirements and the practical realities of drivers and field staff.

• Technical Rigor: High proficiency in maintaining digital and physical records with 100% accuracy.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: keepfreshltd@gmail.com using “QA Specialist” as the subject of the mail.