About the Role
TQ Farms Nigeria Limited is a rapidly growing integrated agricultural business based in Ogun State, combining agro-processing, livestock, poultry, fisheries, and engineering under one roof. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Head of Quality Control to join our dynamic team in Ijebu-Ode. In this pivotal role, you will champion our commitment to excellence by ensuring that all raw materials, animal feed, and agricultural products meet the highest industry standards for quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive quality standards, procedures, and inspection checklists across farm, feed mill, and processing operations.
- Inspect and test incoming raw materials, feed ingredients such as maize and soya, veterinary drugs, and packaging against approved specifications.
- Enforce strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols across pens, storage facilities, and processing areas while monitoring environmental conditions.
- Ensure full compliance with NAFDAC, SON, and other relevant regulatory bodies, actively preparing the company for audits and inspections.
- Investigate quality complaints, product failures, and contamination incidents, driving effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate quality control staff and relevant production workers on standard operating procedures.
- HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Animal Science, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- 5 to 6 years of proven quality control or quality assurance experience within an agricultural business, poultry farm, feed mill, or agro-processing company.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a supervisory role managing teams across multiple locations.
- Solid knowledge of quality control methods, laboratory testing, and food safety standards including HACCP and GMP.
- Strong analytical, investigative, decision-making, and Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Professional certifications in quality management or food safety will be an added advantage.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and structured leadership development within an expanding agricultural enterprise.
- A collaborative work environment supported by dedicated in-house engineering and veterinary teams.