Tupande Quality Assurance , Sanitation and Hygiene Senior Supervisor (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund

Responsibilities

Quality & Product Integrity

• Oversee raw material intake checks (quality, moisture, defects).
• Authorize product holds and release of compliant batches.
• Manage in-process quality control (cracking, sorting, drying) and grading of finished kernels.
• Enforce sensory testing to detect rancidity or off-flavors.

Sanitation & Hygiene Management

• Own and enforce the Master Sanitation Schedule (daily, weekly, monthly cleaning).
• Manage cleaning chemicals (food-grade use, correct dilution, safe storage).
• Enforce zoning controls between raw and packing areas to prevent cross-contamination.
• Oversee environmental monitoring (ATP swabs, pathogen testing).
• Approve pre-operational line clearance before production starts and verify proper shutdown and cleaning after shifts.

Materials & Cost Control

• Oversee quality checks for packaging and processing aids.
• Monitor usage of detergents, PPE, and consumables to prevent waste or stockouts.

Team Management

• Manage 10–30 QA and Sanitation contractors.
• Supervise inspectors and cleaners to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide training on hygiene, chemical safety, sampling, and quality standards.
• Ensure QA coverage on all production lines and supervise clean-ups.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Minimum academic Qualification: A minimum of a diploma in food science or food technology
• Knowledge of quality standards: Must have ISO 22000 experience, HACCP, FSSC 20000, BRC, 
• Proven team management experience.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.