Coffee Quality Control Officer

Job Description

About the Job
Job Purpose :- To ensure that all coffee processing activities meet the required quality standards by closely monitoring each stage of production, maintaining accurate records, and supporting continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Record Incoming Red Cherry: -Accurately document the quantity and condition of red cherries received from suppliers or farmers.

Document Coffee Types Processed:-Maintain proper records of the different coffee types and processing methods handled at the station (e.g., washed, natural, honey).

Control Fermentation Time:- Monitor fermentation processes to ensure they follow recommended timelines and prevent over- or under-fermentation.

Oversee Drying Methods:- Ensure coffee is dried using approved techniques and that drying conditions support optimal quality.

Calculate Mass Balance:-Track input versus output at each processing stage to identify losses, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies.

Monitor Quality at Every Stage:-Identify and report quality issues during receiving, pulping, fermentation, drying, storage, and transport.

Record Purchased Dry Cherry:-Maintain accurate documentation of all dry cherry purchases, including quantity and supplier details.

Check Moisture Content:-Verify that dry cherries meet acceptable moisture standards before storage or processing.

Verify Standard Ratios:-Ensure processing ratios comply with established operational standards.

Inspect Cargo Cleanliness:-Check that trucks, storage areas, and loading equipment are clean and suitable to prevent contamination during loading and unloading.
About You
Qualifications & Education

BSc or MSc in Biology, Plant Science, Agriculture or related fields with Cupping Certificate
Experience

3 years of relevant experience
Skills

Verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literacy, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher amongst others.