Quality Assurance Lab Technician (Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica) - Caribbean Producers Jamaica

MEAT PLANT- QUALITY ·

MONTEGO BAY, ST JAMES

Summary:

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician is responsible for ensuring that CPJ’s products consistently meet agreed standards through consistent implementation and monitoring of required parameters, and effective food safety and quality management systems.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the QA Manager in the development, implementation and maintenance of the company’s food safety and quality management systems (FSQMS), inclusive of the Prerequisite Programme and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) system in the food manufacturing, handling, storage and distribution facilities.
• Assist in improving and driving corporate food safety culture.
• Ensure that all food products processed conform to public safety regulations and standards established by local and foreign regulatory bodies e.g. Bureau of Standards, Jamaica, US FDA/ FSMA, United Sates Department of Agriculture (USDA), among others.
• Inspect and record all pertinent information relevant to the receipt of all raw materials/ingredients.
• Monitor food production facility temperature and calibrate equipment (e.g., thermometer, pH meter)
• Ensure that all Meat Plant quality checks are undertaken and documented and, assist in resolving quality issues which may arise.
• Review all product and product information to ensure accuracy in labeling and packaging.
• Work closely with the Meat Plant Production team to ensure compliance with product specification and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct sensory analysis on finished products.
• Collect samples for external and/or internal microbiological analyses, sample retention and shelf-life assessment.
• Conduct chemical tests (e.g. salinity, pH, fat analysis, residual chlorine) and microbiological testing, as required.
• Assist in maintaining the microbiology laboratory facilities and equipment in good condition.
• Support, maintain and conduct sanitation verification checks such as ATP and environmental monitoring programme to ensure acceptable food safety standards of the plant. Identify and investigate areas of concern and communicate information to all levels of staff. Identify continuous improvement measures and work with the Quality Assurance and Production teams towards continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper documentation of all non-conformances to CPJ’s FSQMS and the subsequent corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance to all established SOPs, food safety requirements, good manufacturing practices, and sanitation requirements in accordance with CPJ’s FSQMS.
• Conduct GMP inspections, and where possible, assist with internal audits and supplier audits as per the company’s internal audit schedule.
• Assist in overseeing the use and replenishment of sanitation supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Actively participate in product research and development.

1.1 General Responsibilities:

• To implement any activity, process or strategy that will improve the competitive advantage of the company, in consultation with the Food Safety, Quality and Sustainability Committee.
• Ensuring the maintenance of the good name and reputation of Caribbean Producers Jamaica Ltd. in general through the demonstration and practice of the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• To abide by the disciplinary code of the company.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Well organized and methodical approach to work and the work environment.
• Capable of analytical/critical thinking
• Must be computer proficient including use of Microsoft platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Good decision making, planning and problem-solving skills
• Must display initiative and ability to work independently
• Should possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with colleagues, staff and customers
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work flexible hours as the needs of the service dictate, including out of normal hours as required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst adhering to basic occupational health and safety guidelines
• Ability to work within Company Policies

Education & Experience:

• At least a Bachelor of Science Degree in a Technical Discipline (Microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry, etc.) or equivalent qualifications
• At least 2 years’ experience in a food processing industry in a similar capacity
• A good knowledge of microorganisms in foods and ability to apply such knowledge towards food safety and quality of products.
• Food safety (e.g. HACCP) and quality (e.g. ISO) certification are desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety Regulations
• A current Food Handler’s Permit

Performance Criteria:
The job is satisfactorily performed when the expected efforts have been employed to facilitate:

• Meeting quality objectives and functions of the company to ensure compliance with all Company, regulatory, and industry-related food safety and quality standards in existence and those being implemented by the Company’s Quality Assurance Department.
• The development, implementation and maintenance of the company’s food safety and quality management system, inclusive of the Prerequisite Programmes and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) System.
• Obtaining international certification (e.g. SQF) for the company’s food safety and quality management system in all food manufacturing, handling, storage and distribution facilities.
• The existence of a good food safety and quality culture in the organization.

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Shift/Control Operator (Old Harbour, St. Catherine) - Jamaica Broilers Group

 Location: Old Harbour, St. Catherine, Jamaica

Company: Jamaica Broilers Group Ltd.

Shift/Control Operator - Cogeneration Plant

Jamaica Broilers Group Limited is seeking a dynamic, proactive, resourceful, goal-oriented and technically competent individual to fill the post of Shift/Control Operator. The selected individual will work in a team which will have primary responsibility for the operation, maintenance, servicing and repair of the Cogeneration Plant and its related building, machinery, and utility systems, ensuring that all equipment is sustained in normal operating conditions.
Also, the selected individual will be required to maintain accurate records of equipment operation and maintenance, time and materials used for equipment repairs and maintenance and all activities related to the generators and their auxiliaries.

As such, the ideal candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Extensive knowledge in and operational experience with diesel engines, water treatment, pumps, heat exchangers and distillation, boilers, compressors, and industrial generators.
• Good knowledge and operational experience with gas engine and liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical controls and processors.
• Functional experience in electrical energy consumption.
• Working experience in water chemistry control/analysis and/or production of thermal energy and electricity.
• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work on shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Willing to work on contract.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications from the Caribbean Maritime University or any other accredited tertiary institution.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a similar position in a power plant environment.

Interested persons should submit their application detailing experience and qualification no later than Friday, July 12, 2024 to:

The Group Human Resources Manager
Group Human Resources Department
Jamaica Broilers Group Limited
McCook’s Pen, St. Catherine

We thank you for your interest, however, only short-listed applicants will receive a response.

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Teachers for Clan Carthy High School (Kingston, Jamaica)

  Applications are invited from suitably qualified person to fill the following vacancies:

Teachers for the following subjects:

1. Language Arts - three (3) positions - two (2) eight months
2. Language Arts and Literature - one (1) position
3. Mathematics - two (2) positions
4. Business (OA) - one (1) position
5. Mechanical - one (1) position
6. Literacy - one (1) position
7. Home Economics (Foods) - two (2) positions
8. AutoCAD - one (1) position

All applications must be submitted by Friday, July 19, 2024 to: 

The Chairman

C/o The Principal

Clan Carthy High School

1 Deanery Road, Kingston 3.

Email: clancarthy@clancarthyhighschool.edu.jm

Executive Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Early Childhood Commission

The Early Childhood Commission (ECC), a statutory body of the Ministry of Education and Youth with responsibility to regulate the operation of early childhood institutions, is seeking to identify highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following post:

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (GMG/SEG 1) 

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible to perform and coordinate a wide variety of complex and confidential administrative and secretarial activities as required by the daily operations in the Executive Director's office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the activities of the Corporate Division to ensure that the Division meets the corporate strategic objectives of the organization
• Provides a wide variety of executive administrative activities ensuring support to the Executive Director including typing, filing, screening visitors and in-coming calls, routing in-coming mail, scheduling appointments and meetings, recording, typing and circulating minutes
• Researches and analyzes data and prepares draft reports on routine administrative matters or other informational or statistical materials as required
• Composes correspondence independently for own signature or the signature of appropriate management staff; reviews finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage
• Responds to requests, inquiries and complaints from organizations and the general public; refers persons to the relevant authorities where deemed necessary and follows through on the resolution of issues
• Setup and maintain pertinent corporate files and keep confidential correspondence and reports available for easy retrieval and efficient operation of the corporate division 
• Receives, reads and screens incoming correspondence and reports; make preliminary assessment of the importance of the materials and organize documents; handle some matters personally and forward appropriate materials to the executive and/or staff, and follow-up to ensure action is completed
• Provide information, correspondence and other materials to direct reports of the Executive Director, transmitting directives, instructions and assignments and follow-up on status of same

Minimum Required Education & Experience:

• First degree in Administrative Management or equivalent qualifications
• Five (5) years working experience in an administrative position including two (2) years at a supervisory level

Remuneration: Salary scale $3,501,526.00 - $4,709,163.00 per annum, and any other allowances attached to the post.

Written application along with detailed curriculum vitae should be submitted no later than Friday, July 19, 2024 to:

Director, Human Resource Management & Administration (Acting)

Early Childhood Commission,

Shops 45-49, Kingston Mall, 

8-10 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston

Email: careers@ecc.gov.jm

Applications will only be accepted via the email address provided. We thank all applicants, however, only persons who are shortlisted will be contacted.