Senior Quality Control Officer

About the role

The Senior QC Officer at LAHAB is responsible for performing all production related in process inspection & final inspections per the specification. The successful candidate will show commitment to ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement. You will need to demonstrate expert skill in implementing effective quality control systems, analyzing data to reduce defects, and maintaining high production standards while supporting operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

• Support daily technical problem‑solving and assist with complex inspections and analysis.
• Propose improvements and guide QC inspectors as needed.
• Assist the Supervisor and QC team, including data collection for analysis.
• Conduct low‑complexity in‑process rejection investigations.
• Inspect production activities at all stages through final product inspection per specifications.
• Perform surveillance inspections and tests according to the Quality Plan.
• Record, report and retain inspection and testing results.
• Maintain required IMS and departmental documentation.

• Provide OSH information, training and supervision.
• Assist in preparing risk assessments and applying appropriate control measures.
• Report OSH hazards and incidents promptly.

• Diploma / Bachelor degree in a relevant engineering field
• 3–5 years of experience in a direct QC role that extends to managing flow process in large production environments
• Expert knowledge of Gauges, technical drawing reading and of tests and Quality procedures
• Demonstrated Statistical Analysis skills
• English language skills (oral and written)

• Intermediate experience managing quality for explosives
• Understanding of explosives/ammunition environment
• Fluency in speaking, reading and writing Arabic.

Working at EDGE comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax‑free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependants, and education allowances for your children.

We also provide extensive learning opportunities through our own learning academy and digital learning platform, strong career guidance, and the chance to work alongside world‑class talent from across the globe.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.