Quality Supervisor – Jobs in Uganda

Job Title: Quality Supervisor

Location: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 17th June 2025
Apply to: [email protected]
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Quality Control / Quality Assurance

About Agri-Exim

Agri-Exim is a globally recognized leader in organic food and agricultural processing, committed to excellence in quality, food safety, and sustainable practices. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Supervisor to join our team in Kampala.

Position Summary

The Quality Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing quality control and assurance operations to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in safeguarding product quality from raw material intake to final shipment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control & Assurance

• Supervise sampling and accurate analysis of raw materials against company specifications.

• Ensure timely in-process quality checks and effective communication of results to production teams.

• Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and ensure compliance with established QC/QA protocols.

• Supervise material sampling for pre-shipment and lab verification.

Production Oversight

• Maintain hygiene standards and update line clearance records.

• Oversee product processing to ensure compliance with organic principles and quality guidelines.

• Supervise packing of finished goods, ensuring metal detection and vibro-screen separator checks as per FSQMS procedures.

• Coordinate rodent and pest control to maintain a zero-infestation environment.

Logistics & Documentation

• Collaborate with logistics and certification teams to facilitate timely cargo readiness and documentation (e.g., organic transaction and phytosanitary certificates).

• Inspect cargo trucks for hygiene and suitability for transporting organic food.

• Supervise container loading and sealing in compliance with export standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure proper filing of all quality records, both soft and hard copies.

Training & Compliance

• Ensure staff adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP).

• Train staff on food safety policies, practices, and awareness.

• Report nonconformities to the QA Manager and support continuous improvement efforts.

• Participate in internal and external food safety and quality audits.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science Technology, Science Technology (Biology or Chemistry), or Biochemistry.

• A diploma in the above fields with 3+ years of strong hands-on experience will also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Quality Control role within the agro-processing or food/beverage industry.

• Strong knowledge of Food Safety Standards, QMS documentation, and audit procedures.

Skills and Competencies

• High integrity and professional ethics

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Organized and detail-oriented

• Proficient in computer applications (MS Office, data entry, QC systems)

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in rotating shifts

• Innovation and problem-solving mindset

How to Apply

Send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line:
Application – Quality Supervisor – [Your Full Name]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted