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Quality Control Food Technologist Jobs in Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal at The Organic Valley Private Limited
Title: Quality Control Food Technologist
Company: The Organic Valley Private Limited
Location: Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal
We’re Hiring: Quality Control Officer (Food Technologist)
Duty Station: Kailali, Sudurpaschim Province, Nepal
Apply by: September 30, 2026
At The Organic Valley, quality is part of every step of what we do from sourcing and processing raw herbs and spices to preparing them for export. We are looking for a Quality Control Officer (Food Technologist) to join our team in Kailali and help us maintain those standards throughout the entire process.
The ideal candidate will have either prior experience in a food manufacturing company or a degree in Food Technology with strong academic and technical knowledge.
As our QC Officer, you will be responsible for checking the quality and safety of raw materials, in-process products and finished goods through storage and dispatch. You will also support the implementation of SOPs, GMP, GHP, HACCP and ISO food safety standards along with laboratory testing across our range of herbs and spices.
What You’ll Own:
Quality Testing – Raw materials, in-process samples and finished goods including moisture, foreign matter, slice and particle checks.
Process Quality – Grading, cleaning, slicing, drying and packaging of herbs and spices.
Standards – Day-to-day compliance with GMP, GHP, HACCP and ISO food safety standards including ISO 22000/FSSC 22000.
SOPs – Supporting the development and implementation of processing procedures while maintaining organic integrity.
Pre-release Checks – Final quality and conformity check for every lot before storage and dispatch.
Audit Support – Maintaining QC records and documentation for internal and third-party audits in coordination with the certification team.
Equipment & hygiene: Monitor and document cleaning, handling, hygiene and maintenance practices related to processing equipment and facilities as well as provide necessary training to staff on food safety and quality procedures.
We’re Looking For:
- Strong understanding of routine quality and food-safety testing, not just spot checks or corrective fixes.
- Working knowledge of GMP, GHP, HACCP and ISO food safety standards.
- Ability to coordinate with the production team on quality issues and corrective actions.
- Willingness to learn about organic production, processing and export requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain accurate digital and physical records.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience with spices or herbal products
- Exposure to organic processing
- Laboratory experience with ginger, turmeric or similar products
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology (B.Tech) or a diploma in Food Technology with strong academic and practical knowledge. 1–2 years of experience in food processing is preferred but strong and demonstrable knowledge matters more than years of experience. Exceptional freshers with a genuine interest in organic products are also encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to send their updated CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line:
Application – Quality Control Officer
Please include the following:
- Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
- Cover letter (one page) describing relevant QC/ food-safety experience
- Contact details of two references
