Agri Evolve is a vibrant and growing family run business that has been operating in the Rwenzori region of Ugande since 2015. We are an Agribusiness focusing on investment across various industries es and sustainable practices to improve and develop the agricultural industry in Ugande. Through this the solution to improving people’s livelihoods through sustainable business. We pride ourselves on supply chain management with expertise in field operations as well as generating business opportunities and development through local investment and support for the communities we operate in
This role will play a crucial role i our team, responsible for ensuring we provide the best quality coffee for our customers. You must be passionate about quality and coffee and as well as leading the Quality Team you will also be an important team player working closely with both internal team members and our customers. You will be highly innovative always seeking out new ideas and ways in which we can keep providing exciting coffee options to the markets we work in whilst never compromising on quality
General Duties will involve (but not limited to)
• Lead the day to day running and management of our Quality Lab to a high standard implementing best in practice standards including sample management Oversee the quality of all export products
• new product development
• Responsible for overseeing our Quality Analysis processes Implement and manage a first class record and sample keeping store
• Lead our Quality Team, creating a team culture that is focused on delivering results and high performance as well as innovation and fun
• Provide regular feedback to the quality team on performance and process improvements as well as working closely with the commercial and production teams on the same. Create a culture of development, keeping up to date with industry trends and advancements and using this to continuously develop the knowledge of your team members and colleagues on all things quality?
Skills and Qualifications:
• Experience in a similar role leading a high performing Quality Department is a must
• Passion for all things quality related as well as a passion for date and data driven performance
• Experience in implementing and using software systems such as Cropster would be an added advantage
• Experience with experimental coffee processes such as knowledge of yeast and fermentation as well as implementing the date system and controls to monitor & measure specialty processing to cup scores
• Creative and Curious-always seeking to leam new things and sharing that knowledge and passion for innovation with the team around you
• years experience as a Quality lab tech and/or lead Experience roasting coffee in a variety of styles Skilled cupper-Q Grader qualified is desirable Very detail-oriented, meticulous, and highly analytical Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clear
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Communication Skills proficiency-clear and articulate written and verbal communication skills is a must
If you think you fit this profile and would like to apply you can do so by emailing your up-to-date CV by 23 July 2023 to hr@agrevolve.com
Please note that
Only applications received within the above deadline stated above will be considered
You will never be asked for any payment at any stage in our recruitment process
Only candidates successfully selected to attend our interview process will be contacted due to the high volume of applications we usually receive
All candidates must follow the application process detailed above, applications that do not will not be considered
Come as you are!
Agri Evolve is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and have a zero- tolerance approach to this in all that we do