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Position: Assistant Quality Controllers
Company: Ntake Bakery and Company Limited
Location: Lira, Masaka, and Mbale, Uganda
Type: Full-Time
Category: Admin & Office
Deadline: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

About Us:
Ntake Bakery and Company Limited is a leading enterprise in East Africa with a diverse portfolio spanning bakery operations, flour milling, real estate, paper recycling, and edible oil refining. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability drives our success and expansion across the region.

Job Summary:
We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Assistant Quality Controllers in Lira, Masaka, and Mbale. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our products adhere to the highest quality standards. As an Assistant Quality Controller, you will be involved in product inspections, process monitoring, and maintaining quality control records.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Hygiene and Sanitation:
   • Enforce hygiene and sanitation practices within the bakery.
2. Product Quality Checks:
   • Inspect finished products and guide production teams on defect correction.
3. Process Monitoring:
   • Ensure adherence to production processes from mixing to packaging.
4. Quality Control Records:
   • Maintain records of quality checks, test results, and corrective actions.
5. Product Inspection:
   • Conduct inspections at various production stages, monitoring appearance, texture, taste, and consistency.
6. Testing and Sampling:
   • Perform moisture content tests, weight checks, and ingredient assessments. Collect and analyze samples for microbiological testing.
7. Documentation and Record-Keeping:
   • Keep detailed records of quality checks and corrective actions.
8. Compliance and Standards:
   • Adhere to Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) guidelines and internal standards like HACCP.
9. Training and Education:
   • Train production staff on quality standards and best practices.
10. Problem-Solving:
    • Address quality issues swiftly and collaborate on process improvements.
11. Customer Feedback:
    • Analyze feedback to identify improvement areas and collaborate on refining processes.
12. Audit and Review:
    • Conduct audits and review quality control procedures for continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background:
  • Diploma or advanced certificate in Food Science and Technology, Bakery Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering (Food Processing), Biotechnology (Food Applications), Agricultural Science (Food Production), or Industrial Chemistry (Food Additives).
• Experience:
  • Previous experience in the bakery industry is advantageous but not required.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and cover letter by September 25, 2024. Applications can be sent via email to hr@ntakegroup.com or delivered in person to our nearby branch or Kampala Head Offices.