Quality Controller at Coca-Cola
Closing Date
2026/02/28
Reference Number
CCB260223-1
Job Title Quality Controller
Job Category Manufacturing
Company Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania)
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country Tanzania
Location – Province Not Applicable
Location – Town / City Dar es Salaam
Job Description
CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by
revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of
all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With
over 14 000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800 000
customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group
operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda,
Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho,
Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a Quality Controller, to join the Manufacturing team at CCBA in Dar es Salaam , Tanzania. The role will report to the Quality Assurance Technologist.
The primary role of the QC / Specialist / Technician – Packaging is execution of general or specialist analyses, the interpretation thereof and the resolution of problem identified by the analyses. In addition the quality control specialist facilitates problem-solving sessions, coaches and mentors people and carries out quality audits.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Performing Analysis
Carries out relevant analyses when appropriate.
Reviews analysis schedules daily and completes required analysis indicated.
Ensures that information is recorded on the Infinity systems (or on
Excel if Infinity is not yet implemented) and performs trend analysis on
data to identify problems.
Interpreting Results
Reviews results of analysis daily to identify problems.
Interacts with lab technicians, production management and operating team
on a daily or ad hoc basis to communicate results and highlight
problems.
Ensures that where problems have been highlighted a resolution has been identified.
Completes required reports and communicates findings at feedback meetings.
Problem Solving
Reacts to results of analysis carried out, specific requests or out of
control triggers to undertake problem solving using the correct and
appropriate techniques.
Ensures that correct problem solving techniques are used, an action plan
to resolve the problem is developed and gaps are recorded on a gap
list.
Calls in specialist resources if needed to assist in problem solving
Verifies that corrective action has been implemented and that the problem has been resolved.
Ensures that the appropriate manuals and work instructions have been updated to prevent recurrence of the problem.
Problem Solving Facilitation
Reacts to triggers or specific requests to undertake facilitation of problem solving sessions.
Interacts with production management, QC manager, laboratory technicians
and operations teams to ensure appropriate people are involved in
problem solving sessions.
Applies the appropriate and correct techniques, such as FFA, to facilitate problem-solving session.
Ensures that an action plan to resolve the problem is developed,
responsibilities are assigned and gaps are recorded on a gap list.
Verifies that corrective action has been implemented and that the problem has been resolved.
Coaching
Participates in training needs analyses and quality audits to identify teams and individuals requiring coaching.
Completes CAP assessments for quality as required.
Interacts with lab technicians, production and operational teams on an ongoing basis to identify coaching needs.
On an ongoing or ad hoc basis coaches lab technicians and production teams on quality and quality analysis.
Auditing
Reviews regularly the auditing schedule to identify the monthly, quarterly or ad hoc quality audits required.
Interacts with lab technicians, production and operational teams to obtain required information for quality audit.
Completes the audit reports and provides feedback to the QC manager and findings at feedback meetings.
Maintenance
Carry out required maintenance as per instrumentation maintenance schedule.
Apply problem-solving techniques to DO Equipment to determine maintenance problems or issues.
Requests specialist assistance where appropriate
Verifies that maintenance has been carried out correctly and that equipment is functioning properly.
Skills, Experience & Education
Education
B. Sc. Degree in Food Science and Technology, Laboratory science
Diploma in Lab science, Food Science, or related field
Experience
Minimum 3 years in Food Processing Plant. Good process knowledge, preferably in a bottling environment
Experience in a quality control environment is an advantage
Skills
Result and Execution Driven
Decisive and Risk Pragmatic
Resilient and energetic
Customer focused
Apply Organisation Understanding to drive a Quality Culture
Understanding Manufacturing Process
Understanding SC Ways principals and practices
Apply knowledge of Quality management Systems
Apply knowledge of Infinity and Achiever systems
Syrup Maker at Coca-Cola
Closing Date
2026/02/28
Reference Number
CCB260220-11
Job Title Syrup Maker
Job Category Manufacturing
Company Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania)
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country Tanzania
Location – Province Not Applicable
Location – Town / City Dar es Salaam
Job Description
CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by
revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of
all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With
over 14 000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800 000
customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group
operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda,
Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho,
Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a Syrup Maker, to join the Manufacturing team at CCBA in Dar es Salaam , Tanzania. The role will report to the Utilities and Processing Team Leader.
The primary role of the syrup maker is operation of the syrup making plant to make syrup as per MMI and according to work instructions, the execution of destructive and non-destructive quality checks and carrying out of autonomous maintenance. The syrup maker has a primary focus on the quality control activities of the team.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Syrup Preparation
Prepare syrup batches in line with Coca-Cola product formulas and standard operating procedures.
Ensure accurate measurement and mixing of ingredients and concentrates.
Validate the quality and conformity of raw materials before use.
Process Compliance and Quality
Conduct in-process quality checks and report any deviations immediately.
Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene, and food safety requirements.
Record batch information accurately and completely for traceability.
Equipment Operation and Cleaning
Operate syrup tanks, mixers, pumps, and filtration systems safely and efficiently.
Perform CIP and cleaning of equipment as per cleaning schedules and SOPs.
Maintain clean and orderly workstations and syrup rooms.
Stock and Material Handling
Receive and verify raw materials and ingredients against batch requirements.
Monitor ingredient stock levels and communicate shortages to the Team Leader.
Label and store all materials correctly to prevent contamination or spoilage.
Health and Safety
Follow all safety protocols, including correct use of PPE, chemical handling procedures, and safe machine operation.
Report any unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents promptly.
KPI
% Right-First-Time (RFT) syrup batches
Compliance to syrup preparation schedules
Batch and cleaning documentation accuracy (%)
CIP and sanitation schedule adherence (%)
Syrup-related product quality non-conformances
Ingredient and concentrate waste/spoilage rate
Safety compliance and incident rate
Skills, Experience & Education
Education
Bachelors degree in Chemistry or Food Science & Technology or related field
Preferred: Certificate or Diploma in Food Technology, Chemical Processing, or related field
Experience
2–3 years’ experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment
Experience in syrup preparation, liquid mixing, or formulation processes is an advantage
Exposure to food safety, GMP, and hygiene protocols
Skills
Understanding of ingredient handling, mixing, and batch preparation
Basic knowledge of beverage processing and quality control principles
Ability to operate syrup production equipment and perform basic troubleshooting
Knowledge of CIP, sanitation processes, and chemical safety
Accurate recordkeeping and attention to detail
Basic computer literacy for batch logs and reporting
Communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Awareness of Coca-Cola KORE standards and HACCP principles (advantageous)
General Preference will be given to equity candidates.
The advert has minimum requirements listed.
Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing.
Interested applicants, who meet the above employee specifications, should please apply.