The Role
Support lab and field quality control for wheat fortification: perform iCheck Iron tests and premix analyses, maintain QC documentation and data, coordinate external labs, support SOP development, vendor audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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About the role
The Junior Quality Control Officer will be responsible for supporting premix testing, conducting analytical experiments, maintaining quality documentation and data records, and coordinating with external testing laboratories. The role will contribute to the timely execution of quality control activities, accurate reporting of results, adherence to established quality standards and procedures, the development of SOPs, and supporting the team to make the process and systems more effective. Therefore, the work the Junior Quality Control Officer does is key to our ability to provide our beneficiaries with a high-quality product that meets all safety standards. They will work closely with other teams across Fortify Health and manage communications with external laboratory partners.
The Junior Quality Control Officer will report to Fortify Health’s Quality Control Officer.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as early as possible.
The Junior Quality Control Officer will be responsible for supporting premix testing, conducting analytical experiments, maintaining quality documentation and data records, and coordinating with external testing laboratories. The role will contribute to the timely execution of quality control activities, accurate reporting of results, adherence to established quality standards and procedures, the development of SOPs, and supporting the team to make the process and systems more effective. Therefore, the work the Junior Quality Control Officer does is key to our ability to provide our beneficiaries with a high-quality product that meets all safety standards. They will work closely with other teams across Fortify Health and manage communications with external laboratory partners.
The Junior Quality Control Officer will report to Fortify Health’s Quality Control Officer.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as early as possible.
Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Testing and Control
- Performing rapid quantitative iron testing in fortified wheat flour (using iCheck Iron, no prior experience of using iCheck Iron required) for all partner mills.
- Support quality control activities for fortification premix and assist in analytical experiments and testing.
- Support vendor quality audits and follow up on corrective actions.
2. Documentation, Data Analysis, and Reporting
- Maintain quality control records, testing documentation, and related reports.
- Analyse testing data, interpret results, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare internal testing reports and support effective data management practices.
3. Laboratory Coordination and Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate with external laboratories for sample testing, report management, and result tracking.
- Support the development and implementation of SOPs and quality processes.
- Participate in training, research activities, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Please note that this job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake, but does not cover all of the duties the post holder may have to perform. Responsibilities will evolve over time, in discussion with the Quality Control Officer.
If you were here right now, you would support with…
- Conducting I-check tests for samples received from our partner mills to ascertain the added iron content in fortified atta
- Supporting the team in creating an SOP for remotely monitoring the quality control and assurance processes in our partner mills
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Requirements
- Willingness to work from the office/laboratory as required.
- Fluency in Hindi, professional fluency in English.
- Expertise:
- Candidates with a background in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, B.Pharm, or M.Pharm will be preferred.
- Execution:
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to oversee the quality control process from mill to lab.
- Excellent attention to both detail and results.
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and strong organisational skills to manage testing workflows, documentation, sample tracking, and reporting timelines.
- Collaboration:
- Proven ability to maintain professional interpersonal relationships and work as part of a team.
- Communication:
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) to relay important quality control findings in an accessible way.
- Problem-solving:
- Ability to efficiently learn and execute best practices to solve common quality problems.
- Growth Mindset:
- Eager to learn from adversity and setbacks and use those insights to improve their work.
Desirable attributes
- Experience working with remote team members
- Experience in fortification
- Experience working independently
- Experience in food and water testing
- Experience working in an NGO or in the development sector
- Enthusiasm about our opportunity to improve people’s lives
Benefits
At Fortify Health, we’re building a team of passionate, driven individuals who want to create measurable public health impact. We believe that people thrive when they feel supported, trusted, and empowered to grow. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Opportunities for career growth:
- Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, we offer opportunities to take on new responsibilities, build your skills, and grow into leadership roles. We support professional development through feedback, mentorship, and learning resources.
- Flexible work hours:
- We understand that everyone works differently. Fortify Health offers flexible working hours to help you manage your time effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- (This role also offers remote or hybrid work options, depending on the nature of work activities).
- Inclusive and supportive culture:
- We foster a collaborative and respectful work environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
- Our team is supportive and mission-driven, united by a shared commitment to improve public health through wheat fortification.
- Meaningful, impact-driven work:
- Your work at Fortify Health will directly contribute to improving nutrition and health for millions of people. We focus on high-impact, evidence-based solutions, and every team member plays a role in driving our mission forward.
- Transparent and structured systems:
- We strive for clarity in how we work. From performance reviews to team communications, we use structured systems to ensure that expectations are clear, feedback is regular, and growth pathways are visible.
- Learning and Development:
- Team members have access to resources for professional development, including training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
- We actively support upskilling and cross-functional learning to help team members expand their capabilities.
About
Fortify Health has a vision for a healthier world where everyone has the micronutrients they need to survive and thrive. We work toward this by enabling access to micronutrient-rich wheat flour to reduce and prevent iron deficiency anaemia. We currently work in eight regions in India but are planning to expand to new regions in the coming years.Fortify Health operates through three work streams:Open Market Support: We support millers to cost-neutrally fortify chakki atta in the open marketGovernment Partnership Support: We work with governments in India to mainstream wheat flour fortification through social safety net programsEvidence Generation: We conduct monitoring and evaluation of activities to inform the public about the value of food fortificationHow we workWe take a data-driven approach to our work, heavily focusing on how we can have the most impact possible with the resources we have. This forms a core part of our organisational ethos. At Fortify Health, we value each of our team members and support their career development. Since we are a remote organisation, our HR team organise regular online socials to build team cohesion.
Skills Required
- Willingness to work from office/laboratory as required
- Fluency in Hindi and professional fluency in English
- Background in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, B.Pharm, or M.Pharm
- Strong organisational skills to manage testing workflows, documentation, sample tracking, and reporting timelines
- Excellent attention to detail and results
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and laboratory workflows
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professional interpersonal relationships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to relay QC findings clearly
- Problem-solving ability and capacity to learn and apply best practices
- Growth mindset and eagerness to learn from setbacks
- Experience working with remote team members
- Experience in fortification or food and water testing
- Experience working independently
- Experience working in an NGO or development sector
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The Company
What We Do
Fortify Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing iron deficiency anemia in India. They collaborate with flour millers and government bodies to fortify wheat flour with essential micronutrients like iron, folic acid, and Vitamin B12. By providing technical assistance, quality assurance, and monitoring, they aim to make fortified staples accessible to vulnerable populations, striving to improve public health outcomes and reduce the prevalence of anemia across the country.
