Sky Horizon is a registered minerals resource company that is established with an ambition to conduct professional mining and minerals business in Afghanistan. The company has invested in several talc mines in Afghanistan. Considering our team expertise, worldwide existence and linkages as well as the knowledge about the national and international market demand and supply for various minerals, we believe that Sky Horizon is a reliable and successful supplier of talc, and other industrial minerals from Afghanistan.

For more information, please visit our website at www.skyhorizon.org

1. Purpose of the Position

The Quality Control (QC) Officer will be responsible for ensuring that talc purchase and processing operations meet established quality standards and customer specifications. The role involves regular sampling, testing, process monitoring, and implementation of quality control systems to maintain consistent product quality from extraction to final packaging. This may require the utilization of different inspection instruments and apparatus.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Quality Monitoring & Testing

- Conduct regular sampling of talc ore from the suppliers’ mine and processed material from the plant.
- Perform and interpret laboratory tests to determine asbestos content, purity, whiteness, particle size, moisture content, and other required parameters.
- Ensure all testing procedures comply with industry standards and customer requirements.

B. Process Control

- Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Recommend adjustments to processing parameters to maintain quality consistency.
- Work closely with production staff to resolve quality issues promptly.

- Coordinate with other departments such as extraction, sortation, processing and other pertinent teams to tackle quality issues and enhance processes.

C. Documentation & Reporting

Accurately document inspection results, evaluate data, and produce reports on quality performance.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality control reports for management.
- Assist in the preparation of technical data sheets and quality certificates for customers.

D. Compliance & Standards

- Ensure compliance with ISO, ASTM, and other relevant quality standards if available.
- Support internal and external audits of quality control systems.
- Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality control activities.

E. Training & Continuous Improvement

- Train production staff on quality requirements and testing procedures.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
- Recommend new testing methods or equipment to improve accuracy and efficiency.

3. Deliverables

- Approved quality control plans and SOPs.
- Daily and monthly QC reports.
- Quality certificates for each production batch.
- Corrective action reports and improvement recommendations.

4. Required Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Mineralogy, Mineral Processing, Materials Science, Geology or a related field.
2. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality control, preferably in talc or industrial minerals.
3. Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment and quality management systems.

5. Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. 
• Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and reporting.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with production and management teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory data management software.

Interested and qualified candidates may submit their application package including a Letter of Interest and CV/Resume as one single PDF file as their Full Name to the mentioned below email address no later than 20^th September 2025.

Please clearly mention the position title and vacancy number in the subject line of your email as HRM-007-2025 – Quality Control Officer, otherwise your application will not be considered.

Note: Due to immediate need, applications will be reviewed on ongoing basis and candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.