Senior Laboratory Analyst at Golden Oil Industries Limited

Golden Oil Industries Limited was incorporated in Nigeria on 8th September, 1988, and has grown into a household name in Nigeria's edible oil's industry. The company's focus is to provide healthy oil as a cooking medium to its customers. The company is Nigeria's trusted name for supply of refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, olein, soybean Oil, stearin, soybean meal, soy lecithin, and palm kernel de-oiled cake. Our oils are used as healthy cooking medium. Soybean meal and palm kernel de-oiled cake are used in premier poultry / animal feed.

The company's products have been duly certified by the appropriate regulatory agencies Such as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) and National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). Golden Oil has modern processing technology and plants, which can be compared to worldwide standards. The company has highly trained seasoned oil experts, who's commitment is to delivering healthy oil to Nigerian consumers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Laboratory Analyst

Location: Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Quality Control Analyst role entails ensuring the highest quality standards of our products.
• You will be responsible for implementing quality control procedures, conducting thorough inspections, and maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory standards.
• Your meticulous attention to detail and analytical skills will contribute to the delivery of premium quality products to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Quality Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, production processes, and finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards. Perform sensory evaluations, chemical tests, and physical analyses as necessary.
• Quality Testing: Conduct comprehensive quality tests on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished vegetable oil products. This includes sensory evaluation, chemical analysis, and microbiological testing.
• Process Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate various stages of the vegetable oil refining process, identifying deviations from quality norms. Collaborate with production teams to address and rectify quality issues promptly.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of quality control activities, including test results, batch records, and inspection reports. Prepare accurate and comprehensive documentation for audits and regulatory compliance.
• Sampling and Testing: Collect samples from different stages of production and conduct thorough testing using appropriate laboratory equipment. Interpret test results and initiate corrective actions if necessary.
• Adherence to Standards: Ensure that all quality tests are conducted in accordance with established standards, of operation (SOP), and GMP guidelines.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with production teams to establish and enforce quality assurance procedures throughout the production process. Conduct regular checks on production activities to ensure compliance.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate quality-related incidents or defects, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive measures.
• Housekeeping and GMP: Maintain impeccable housekeeping standards within the laboratory and quality control area. Adhere strictly to GMP guidelines, ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of equipment, workspaces, and personal hygiene to produce safe and high-quality products

The Person

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus. 
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quality control within the food industry, preferably in vegetable oil refining or a related sector.
• 30 – 35 years of age is eligible to apply.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate testing and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate quality-related information and insights.
• Proficiency in various quality testing methods, instruments, and laboratory equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address quality issues and implement effective solutions.
• Familiarity with quality management software and MS Office applications.

Application Closing Date
18th May, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] and [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.