Titre du poste

Quality Assurance (QA) Manager - Juba

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Position : Quality Assurance (QA) Manager - Juba

About Farmgate Foods
Farmgate Foods is a leading food processing company in South Sudan, committed to producing safe, high-quality, and nutritious food products for local communities. Our mission is to uphold strict quality and food safety standards throughout the production process, ensuring that every product meets regulatory requirements and customer expectations.
Job Summary
The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the entire Quality Assurance and Food Safety function within the plant. This role ensures that all products consistently meet the company’s quality, safety, and regulatory standards. The QA Manager will implement and maintain food safety systems, monitor production processes, train staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to sustain high-quality outputs.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management & Food Safety

  • Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Assurance and Food Safety Management Systems (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000).
  • Ensure all products meet internal quality standards, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety protocols.
  • Conduct regular quality audits of production lines, suppliers, and finished products.

Team Leadership & Training

  • Lead, manage, and mentor the QA team, including QA Officers, QC Technicians, and laboratory staff.
  • Deliver training programs for production and QA teams on food safety, quality standards, and best practices.
  • Promote a strong culture of quality and continuous improvement across all departments.

Testing, Monitoring & Reporting

  • Oversee laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
  • Analyze quality data, trends, and non-conformance reports to identify root causes and improvement opportunities.
  • Prepare and present regular QA reports to management, highlighting compliance status, risks, and recommendations.

Supplier & Vendor Management

  • Evaluate, approve, and monitor suppliers based on quality and food safety standards.
  • Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with QA requirements.
  • Collaborate with Procurement and Production teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues.

Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with South Sudan food safety regulations and relevant international food safety standards.
  • Act as the main point of contact with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
  • Maintain all QA documentation, certifications, and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.

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Qualifications & Experience
Education & Professional Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, or similar food safety standards are a strong advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in food quality assurance, including at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
  • Previous experience in food processing, manufacturing, or FMCG environments is preferred.
  • Proven track record in implementing and maintaining food safety systems and quality standards.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance standards.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to train, coach, and motivate production teams to ensure quality compliance.
  • High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Working Conditions

  • Factory-based role with regular presence on production lines.
  • Exposure to food production environments, requiring strict adherence to hygiene and safety protocols.

Why Join Farmgate Foods?

  • Play a critical role in ensuring the safety and quality of food products for communities across South Sudan.
  • Lead quality initiatives and drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Join a mission-driven organization offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

Job criteria for job ad : Quality Assurance (QA) Manager - Juba

  • Job category :
    Production, maintenance, quality
  • Industries :
    Food-processing industry - Industry, production, manufacturing and other
  • Employment type : Permanent contract
  • Region : Juba
  • City : Juba
  • Remote work :
    Hybrid
  • Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
  • Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
  • Spoken language :
    english > fluent
  • Number of Position(s) : 1
  • Team management :
    Yes
  • Chemistry
  • Food Quality
  • Sanitation
  • Internal Quality
  • Hygiene
  • Quality Assurance
  • Microbiology
  • Processes
  • Monitoring
  • Quality
  • Maintenance
  • Quality Management
  • Production
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Processing
  • Production Processes
  • Safety Management
  • Quality Standards
  • Production Process
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Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Juba, Soudan du Sud
Date de publication
6 janvier 2026
Valide jusqu’au
6 mars 2026
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