Dukem, Oromia
SAMANU
BACKGROUND Artifacts will develop, in Ethiopia, an oilseeds clusters program to source from contracted out-growers (cluster of farmers, commercial farmers) and oilseeds grains integrators (traders/coops/…) large quantities various oilseeds (sesame, soybeans, sunflower, rapeseeds, groundnuts) to supply its Solvent Extraction Plants (SEP to be operational end of March 2024)DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Oversee the testing of oilseeds for quality and safety, including moisture content, oil content, protein content, foreign material content, aflatoxins, and other contaminants.2. Ensure that all testing procedures are followed correctly and that all results are accurate and reliable.3.  Maintain the laboratory's equipment and supplies, and ensure that all equipment is properly calibrated.4.  Train and supervise laboratory personnel.5. Develop and implement quality control programs in collaboration with the Quality Assurance Manager.6. Prepare and maintain laboratory records.7.  Investigate and resolve any quality control problems.8.  Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to develop and implement new testing procedures and quality control programs.9.   Assists in taking and maintaining inventories. Participates in storeroom inventory and cycle counts to maintain adequate supply level 10. Manages his advance payment to timely cover minor expenses of the warehouse (daily labor payment, stationaries etc.).