Operations · Full-time
Recruitment agency · iHR ConsultingQuality Control Officer (Cards)
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About this role
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Role overview
A company in Nairobi that produces bank and SIM cards is hiring a Quality Control Officer (Cards). This role suits someone who is detail-oriented and experienced in quality control, particularly in banking or secure document production. The job involves inspecting personalised cards to ensure they meet strict quality and regulatory standards before distribution.
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What you will do
- Inspect personalised banking cards visually and functionally to find any defects or flaws.
- Check accuracy of cardholder details and print quality against customer specifications.
- Record and categorise defects and non-conformities in detail.
- Report quality issues promptly to production and engineering teams for corrective action.
- Keep accurate and complete inspection records for audits.
- Ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and security protocols like PCI DSS.
- Support internal quality audits by providing inspection data and defect trends.
- Monitor adherence to production and personalisation procedures throughout manufacturing.
- Verify product traceability and proper documentation according to quality management systems.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defect rates.
- Prepare quality performance reports for management review.
- Promote a culture of quality excellence and "right first time" philosophy among teams.
Requirements
- Have a Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Quality Management, Engineering, IT, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Have 1 to 3 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, or inspection roles, preferably in production, manufacturing, or banking services.
- Experience with card personalisation, secure document inspection, or high-security printing is an advantage.
- Experience in security printing or other high-security production environments is preferred.
- Be proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for record keeping and reporting.
- Have familiarity with inspection tools such as magnifying loupes, callipers, and magstripe/EMV readers is an added advantage.
- Possess strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Have integrity, patience, and a methodical approach to repetitive inspections.
- Possess clear verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits
The employer offers a competitive monthly salary based on qualifications, experience, and location, with higher pay for Nairobi-based roles. Additional shift allowances apply for non-standard or rotating shifts. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, pension contributions, annual leave, paid public holidays, a secure working environment, professional training, quality certification opportunities, and career progression.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting an updated CV and a cover letter. The deadline for applications is Monday, 30 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.