Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ Malawi Fertilizer Company Ltd (Subsidiary of Farmers World Holdings Ltd)
POSITION: QUALITY ASSURANCE (QA) MANAGER
Location: Liwonde
ABOUT THE ROLE
Malawi Fertilizer Company Ltd, a subsidiary of Farmers World Holdings Ltd, has plants and facilities for producing fertilizer through granulation and blending. The company wishes to recruit a highly motivated and qualified individual for the vacant position of Quality Assurance (QA) Manager, which is tenable at its Malawi Fertilizer Plant in Liwonde.
Reporting to the Head of Production and Technical Services, the QA Manager oversees the standards, policies, and procedures required to ensure that the company's products and services consistently meet high quality and regulatory compliance requirements in the country.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Education: BSc in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Industrial Laboratory Practice.
Experience: 3–5 years’ relevant experience.
Knowledge: Knowledge of setting up laboratories and use of UV-Vis, Skalar, spectrophotometers, distillers, and Kjeldahl equipment.
Certifications: Certification and knowledge in ISO 9001 or related standards.
Skills: Strong analytical abilities, sharp attention to detail, leadership capability, problem-solving skills, and clear communication skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development and implementation of Laboratory Management System.
- Supervision of a team of laboratory personnel.
- Care and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Development of laboratory SOPs.
- Storage of chemicals based on harmonized chemical storage standards.
- Process monitoring and control.
- Manage the sampling and analysis of raw materials and product parameters in line with fertilizer standards.
- Take part in new product development.
- Product and raw materials age analysis.
- Work in coordination with the Production Managers, Maintenance Manager, and Procurement Manager to ensure superior product quality.
- Implementation of Quality Management Systems.
- Interface with regulatory authorities such as the Malawi Bureau of Standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
- Analyse quality trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure the upkeep of the EHSS (Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability) policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory requirements and security policies and procedures.
- Implement safety protocols by conducting safety assessments, providing training, and monitoring compliance.
- Manage environmental impact by monitoring emissions control, waste disposal, and ensuring compliance.
- Promote occupational health by conducting health screenings, maintaining health records, and providing health education.
- Ensure that individual performance management discussions are completed within the policy guidelines, recorded, and followed through on personal development areas.
- Drive work climate and culture to energise employees, give meaning to work, minimise work disruption, and maximise employee productivity.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their curriculum vitae and cover letter, including the names and contact details of three traceable referees, to:
The Human Resources Manager
Malawi Fertilizer Company Ltd
P.O. Box 1631
Lilongwe, Malawi
Email: recruitment@farmersworld.net
Applications should reach the Human Resources Manager not later than Monday, 15th October 2026.
Farmers World Holdings is an equal opportunities employer. No canvassing of any kind is allowed.