Junior Quality Assurance Inspector

Purpose:

• The responsibility of Quality assurance inspector involves sample preparation and chemical analysis in the chemical laboratory. They are testing the chemical content of green leaf and BCL tobacco samples and also determining the quality of stem and lamina products in the BCL operation process. in addition, Quality assurance inspectors are responsible for the dispatching of IS, CAS1, CAS3 and CPA samples to JTI units.

Main Areas of Responsibility:

Chemical analysis

• Sample preparation for chemical analysis, stem and degradation tests.
• Solution preparation, standardization for chemical tests
• Cleaning of glassware after chemical analysis, drying and placing into the proper areas.
• Follow up of chemical storage.

Moisture tests  

• HOV moisture analysis for cross-checking of halogen analyzer and other moisture measuring equipment.
• Bi-monthly HOV moisture analysis for the aim of collaborative study and utilizing the feedbacks appropriately.

Sample dispatching

• Follow up on shipping samples from Hawassa and Robi and receiving the samples properly.
• Dispatching of collected composite samples (CAS1, CAS3, and CPA) to the intended JTI units.

Lab equipment handling

• Proper handling of laboratory equipment, follow-up functioning, and reporting in case of any maintenance during failure.
• Proper handling of equipment accessories, operational manuals, guidelines, and work instructions in the appropriate place.
• Follow-up laboratory equipment calibration and implement their results during operational activities.

Other

• Perform various tasks and issues as they arise and upon by supervisor’s request.

Job Requirements

Education:

• BSC Degree in applied chemistry, industrial chemistry, or chemical engineering.

Work Experience:

• Work experience is not mandatory.

Knowledge:

• Language: fluent speaking and writing English
• Computer Skills - Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Microsoft word, Excel and PowerPoint)

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application letter and Curriculum vitae only through email address [email protected] and the application should be before the application deadline.

Application email subject shall state the position title. Failure to comply with the guideline may lead to immediate rejection.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.