QUALITY INSPECTOR – CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING UNIT

job Description

STAFF VACANCY
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY ENTERPRISES

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post:
QUALITY INSPECTOR – CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING UNIT
At least a Diploma in Chemical Technology, Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Quality Assurance or Biochemistry.
A qualification in Quality Management Systems, HACCP, or related quality assurance disciplines will be an added advantage.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing, laboratory, quality control, or quality assurance environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
Ability to conduct quality inspections and basic laboratory testing of chemical products.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
Proficiency in the use of quality control and laboratory equipment.
Excellent attention to detail and good communication skills.

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting quality inspections on raw materials, in-process products, packaging materials, and finished chemical products to ensure compliance with established quality standards, regulatory requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties, among others:
-Inspecting raw materials, packaging materials, in-process products, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
-Conducting routine quality checks and sampling during production processes.
-Identifying and reporting non-conforming products and recommending corrective actions.
-Maintaining accurate inspection records, quality reports, and product release documentation.
-Monitoring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safety requirements.
-Collaborating with production and laboratory teams to resolve quality-related issues and improve product quality.
-Conducting routine audits of production and storage areas to ensure adherence to quality standards.
-Assisting in training production personnel on quality assurance procedures and best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

-At least a Diploma in Chemical Technology, Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Quality Assurance or Biochemistry.
-A qualification in Quality Management Systems, HACCP, or related quality assurance disciplines will be an added advantage.
-Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing, laboratory, quality control, or quality assurance environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
-Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
-Ability to conduct quality inspections and basic laboratory testing of chemical products.
-Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
-Proficiency in the use of quality control and laboratory equipment.
-Excellent attention to detail and good communication skills.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number(s) and names and email addresses of three referees to:

The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
[email protected]

Application documents must be in a single scan pdf format. Closing date for applications is 07 July 2026

Applicants should clearly state the post being applied for in the subject line. It should also be noted that non-adherence to any of the above instructions will automatically cause the applications not be considered.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.

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