Quality Control Officer

Job Title: Quality Control OfficerLocation: Ogun Free Trade ZoneEmployment Type: Full-Time Job SummaryThe Quality Control Officer will ensure that all products manufactured meet established quality and safety standards. The role involves inspecting raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods; enforcing compliance with food-grade safety standards; and ensuring adherence to quality control procedures within a plastics manufacturing environment particularly for PET preforms, bottles and food-contact packaging. Key ResponsibilitiesConduct quality inspections on raw materials (resins, colorants, additives), in-process production, and finished products to ensure conformity with company and regulatory standards.Monitor critical parameters during production such as wall thickness, weight, clarity, color, and dimensional accuracy of plastic products.Implement and maintain Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) including HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 requirements.Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) within the production and packaging areas.Maintain and calibrate quality control equipment (e.g., thickness gauges, torque testers, compression testers, CO₂ testers).Document inspection results, maintain test records, and generate daily/weekly quality performance reports.Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes when quality deviations or nonconformities occur.Support training of production staff on hygiene, product handling, and quality standards.Ensure compliance with Nafdac, SON (Standards Organisation of Nigeria), and other regulatory requirements for plastic products used in food contact applications.Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to monitor machine cleanliness, product contamination risks, and changeover procedures.Perform line clearance checks, random sampling, and in-process testing to prevent cross-contamination. RequirementsMinimum of an OND / ND in Science or Engineering-related discipline (Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Food Technology or Microbiology).Additional training or certification in Quality Assurance, Food Safety (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP) is a strong advantage.Minimum of 2–4 years of quality control experience in a plastics manufacturing or food packaging environment.Practical experience implementing food safety and hygiene standards in a production setting.Familiarity with PET preform or plastic container manufacturing processes (injection and blow molding).Strong understanding of quality documentation, batch traceability, and regulatory audits.Skilled in sampling, testing, and statistical quality control (SQC) methods.Attention to detail and commitment to product safety and regulatory compliance.Ability to interpret technical specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.Good communication, analytical, and reporting skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data documentation tools. Salary: N180,000 – N250,000Candidates should stay in or around location