Quality Control Lead

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A senior Quality Controller role for a Ghanaian food and lifestyle brand, responsible for designing internal audits, managing the Quality Management System, and leading ISO/HACCP certification. Requires 4-6 years experience in food manufacturing QA/QC and a degree in Food Science or related field. Full-time position in Accra & Tema Region.

• Direct reporting to the Proprietor with authority over quality systems.
• Lead responsibility for ISO and HACCP certification progress.
• Must be willing to work across office and factory floor environments.
• Hiring organisation identity confidential until shortlisting.

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Find a Job + + + + Search P Quality Control Lead PeepleHR Consulting Quality Control & Assurance 5 days ago New Accra & Tema Region Full Time Confidential Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 4 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Ghana Job descriptions & requirements Our client is a well-established, proudly Ghanaian food and lifestyle brand operating multiple locations across Accra, with a strong reputation for quality. As the organisation continues to grow, an experienced Quality Controller is sought to join the factory team and ensure the consistency, safety, and integrity of its products. About the Role This is a senior role requiring independent judgement and authority, distinct from a routine quality-checking function. Reporting directly to the Proprietor, the Quality Controller will be responsible for designing and administering a structured internal audit programme across the factory, overseeing the Quality Management System, and identifying risk before it results in product recall, legal exposure, or non-compliance. The role also carries lead responsibility for the organisation's progress toward ISO and HACCP certification. Key Responsibilities Design and administer a rotating internal audit programme covering production, raw materials, machinery, storage, supply chain, and personnel, with a designated area of focus per audit cycle Maintain quality documentation and audit records, and lead preparation for regulatory and certification inspections Investigate complaints and non-conformances, implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and verify the effectiveness of corrective measures Analyse audit data over time to identify systemic trends and advise the Proprietor accordingly Identify deficient controls, duplicated effort, and non-compliance with laid-down policies and standard operating procedures Design and deliver staff training on hygiene, sanitation, and quality standards Prepare and submit formal, evidence-based audit reports to leadership Qualifications A university degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field A minimum of four to six years' experience in a food manufacturing quality assurance, quality control, or internal audit function, ideally within an ISO, HACCP, or GMP-certified environment, including experience managing a Quality Management System and leading CAPA or root-cause investigations Strong analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to non-technical leadership Sound interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage staff at all levels, including during investigations Willingness to work across both office and factory floor environments Confidential Recruitment The identity of the hiring organisation will not be disclosed at the application stage. Shortlisted candidates will receive full details during the interview process. < Log In and Apply Important safety tips Do not make any payment without confirming with the Jobberman Customer Support Team. If you think this advert is not genuine, please report it via the Report Job link below. Report Job Log in to apply now Continue with Google Continue with Linkedin Or continue with Forgot Password? Keep me logged in Log in Don't have an account? Sign Up to Apply Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Activate Notifications Stay productive - get the latest updates on Jobs & News Activate Deactivate Notifications Stop receiving the latest updates on Jobs & News Deactivate This action will pause all job alerts. Are you sure? Cancel Proceed Similar jobs Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago View More Stay Updated Join our newsletter and get the latest job listings and career insights delivered straight to your inbox. v2.homepage.newsletter_signup.choose_type Jobseeker Employer Email address * We care about the protection of your data. Read our Notify Me We care about the protection of your data. Read our privacy policy .