Quality Assurance Associates - AGROPAL West Africa Limited

AGROPAL West Africa Limited (AGROPAL) is an agribusiness focused on processing and marketing fruits grown in West Africa for international markets. Our mission is to empower every actor in the agricultural value chain to ensure inclusive development of the sector. Our vision is to see a bubbling agricultural sector in Ghana and West Africa improving economies, providing incomes for people, and enhancing food security and health.

Job Description

Employment Level: Graduate Internship & National Service Personnel

Job Summary

As a growing organization, AGROPAL is seeking talents to complement its existing team with its mission of empowering every actor in the agricultural value chain. Therefore, AGROPAL is seeking to hire graduate interns and national service personnels to work in the Quality Assurance Department. 

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Analyze raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to ensure compliance.
• Inspect products for defects before they reach the market to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Test products to ensure they meet GSA and FDA standards.
• Monitor production processes to ensure that they adhere to quality standards.
• Analyze product samples to ensure they meet specific standards or specifications.
• Report any defects found during inspections to supervisors for follow-up.
• Report the results of quality analysis each day.
• Inspect line readiness after the changeover.
• Prepare chemical solutions required for analysis.

Required Skills or Experience

Education

• A Bachelor of Food Science degree is preferred, but an HND in Science and Chemistry or a related field will also be considered. 

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to identify safety bottlenecks and offer solutions.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of EPA safety requirements.
• Strong adaptability and ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications preferably in Excel.
• Applicants must be living around the factory location 

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Location: Akuse, Eastern Region