Everything starts from an idea. But every idea might not see the daylight of success without hard work and diligence. 15 years ago, Horra Trading was just an idea in the mind of Mr. Adem Kedir who meticulously worked day and night to turn it into a reality in 2005, basing himself on his extensive skill and knowledge in coffee and coffee trade.

Mr. Adem Kedir’s coffee trade career started as the succeeding generation from his grandfather Mr. Abbahawa and his father Mr. Kedir Hadjji Hassan in Ethiopia. As the third generation successor of the family coffee business, Mr. Adem has made the leap from his involvement in traditional and domestic coffee market to international coffee trade by forming his own business entity by the name of Horra Trading in 2005.

What was started as a simple trading business entity in 2005, Horra Trading has made it possible to create diversified businesses under Horra Corporate Group. Currently, Horra Corporate Group business portfolio includes coffee and oil seeds export, coffee plantation, automotive assembly, import and distribution, manufacturing, real estate development and transit and forwarding.

Currently, Horra Corporate Group is led by the CEO, Mr. Adm Kedir, and by qualified and experienced professionals, with 450 permanent staff members and 800 temporary workers working in the corporate office and in different business units.

Horra is currently looking a talent who is ready to share our dreams and be on the same boat to navigate through out the dynamic business world with promising a glowing opportunities to craft a desirable career map for talents.

Job Summary

To enhance customer satisfaction and confirmation by conducting tests to determine quality coffee beans, processing and finished products.

Job Description

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, samples, finished goods, or stability samples.  
• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.  
• Perform visual inspections of finished products.  
• Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.  
• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.  
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.  
• Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.  
• Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.  
• Receive and inspect raw materials.  
• Investigate or report questionable test results.  
• Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines.  
• Ensure lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.  
• Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.  
• Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.  
• Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.  
• Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures.  
• Develop and qualify new testing methods. 
• Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.

Vacancy Number: HCG/HT/007/2014

Hiring Company: Horra Trading        

Required Headcount: 1

Job Requirements

Job Qualification

• Education Qualification: Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Agricultural Science, Plant Science  or related disciplines
• Work Experience: At least 4 (four) years of demonstrated work experience as a Cupper (Lab Analyst) in coffee exporting company
• Q Grade certification is a plus.
• Good interpersonal and customer handling skill
• Good communication skill
• Good Mentoring skill
• Fluency in Amharic and English, written and verbal is mandatory

How to Apply

Applicants shall submit their C.V along with testimonials via CLICK HERE or recruitment@horracorporate.com within 7 consecutive days from the day of this announcement

Note: Use the subject line “Applying for the vacant position of Lab Analyst HT/007/2014” while applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.