Quality Control & Assurance Officer at Dangote Industries Limited – Ndola, Zambia

Dangote Industries Limited is recruiting a Quality Control & Assurance Officer for its Ndola cement operation in Zambia. The position oversees product quality testing, process monitoring and plant laboratory controls.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate product testing and inspection process of DCZL products to ensure optimal quality of final products is achieved and pre-determined standard of production are maintained.
• Oversee the implementation of ISO, OHSAS, Systems for quality management systems..
• Conduct daily process tests and studies and assist in recommendations for improvement in processes based on test results.
• Carry out detailed analysis of key process trends, developments and changes in equipment performance behaviors in Dangote Cement Plant production processes.
• Prepare and drive the implementation of the annual quality control plan for the plant.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is carried out on laboratory equipment and effective housekeeping is conducted in the laboratories.
• Liaise with Mines team and Central Control Room Operators to ensure effective and efficient execution of plant operations.
• Communicate effectively with different stakeholders, such as top management, employees, customers, and suppliers. He/she should also be able to present and explain the process vision, goals, and improvements in a clear and concise manner.
• Prepare annual calibration schedules and ensure calibration is carried out on laboratory equipment’s as scheduled.
• Encourage teams to evaluate current procedures critically for efficacy, quality, and simplification to execute process improvements to boost operational effectiveness.
• Provide periodic reports on the activities and performance of the plant QA/QC function for the attention of the plant Director.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Minimum B.Sc degree in Chemistry
• Member of a Professional body
• Previous experience in a Cement Industry desirable
• Valid Silicosis certification
• A minimum of two (2) years’ progressive work experience.
• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• In-depth understanding of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
• Understanding of corporate governance principles.
• Familiarity with fraud risk indicators and investigation techniques.
• Good knowledge of Enterprise Resource Packages such as SAP
• Good communication, leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Good data gathering, analysis and problem solving skills
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools.