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Job Title:       Quality Controller (4 Fresher Jobs)

Organization: Crown Beverages Limited (Pepsi Cola)

Duty Station: Wakiso, Uganda

Reports to: Quality Assurance Shift Supervisor

About US:

Crown Beverages Limited was founded and incorporated as Lake Victoria Bottling Company on 29th March 1950. Then, the Uganda government owned the majority shares while a few elite indigenous Ugandans owned the minority shares. In 1965, LVBC became the Pepsi Cola franchise in Uganda and started bottling global soft drinks including; Pepsi, Mirinda, Gingerly among others. In December 1997, CBL went into joint ownership with International Pepsi Cola Bottling Investments, (IPCBI) of South Africa, who bought 51% shares in the CBL and injected in more capital and also had a controlling team.

Job Summary:   We need Four (4) Quality Controllers to join our team at Kakungulu Plant Reporting to the Quality Assurance Shift Supervisor, the selected candidates shall be responsible for;

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Process monitoring and control:

• Carrying out timely laboratory quality tests on all process inputs and the product using approved procedures.
• Carrying out sensory evaluation for online products and export product where never required.

Food Safety:

• Monitoring CIP schedules and supervising the CIP process to ascertain if it is carried out effectively.

Plant Quality:

• Carrying out proficiency tests on samples sent from the bio-lab.
• Carrying out reagent preparation effectively and timely.

Handling of Non-Conforming In-Process Products

• Identifying and handling non-conforming product /materials appropriately as per defined procedure.

Equipment Care and Handling:

• Calibrating laboratory equipment at required frequencies to ensure accurate measurements.
• Reporting of faulty equipment and ensuring timely follow up of the repairs/replacement.

Auditing:

• Carrying out monthly internal audits as may be assigned and submit timely report.
• Ensuring timely closure of audit non-conformances.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science Technology, Science Technology (chemistry/biology) or Industrial Chemistry
• Professional training such as Quality Management Systems or FSSC 22000 is an added advantage
• Two years of relevant experience in food processing and manufacturing.
• Quality assurance knowledge: understanding of quality control principles, standards and procedures
• Analytical skills: ability to analyze data and identify deviations from quality standards
• Attention to details: very keen observation to spot defects or inconsistencies in product
• Technical competence: must be familiar with equipment’s and processes used in beverages production
• Problem solving: ability to trouble shoot and find solutions to quality related issues

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in taking up this opportunity, send your application, accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of your academic certificates to info@pepsi-cola.co.ug

Note:

• Indicate the position applied for as the subject of your email.
• Combine all your documents into one file attachment.

Deadline: 30^th September 2023

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