Food Technologist at Career Options Africa Ltd

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Career Options Africa Group is a HR Consultancy firm specializing in Recruitment, HR outsourcing, and Immigration support in Africa with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Nigeria, South Africa, and South Sudan. Our client is currently seeking diligent candidates for the position of Food Technologist.

THE JOB:

• As a Food Technologist, your main role will be to apply your knowledge in pork production, collaborate with production teams, ensure quality control, and contribute to the development of new meat products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply food technology principles to improve pork production processes.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Conduct research and development for new meat products.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

REQUIREMENTS:
The job holder should have the following qualifications:

• Completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Processing, Food Science or a related field
• At least 6 months of work/ internship experience in butchery, slaughtering, or meat production.
• Passport.

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB:
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies:

• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in butchery, slaughtering, and meat production.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with production teams.
• Innovation: Skills in research and development of new meat products.
• Quality Control: Attention to detail in maintaining food safety and quality standards.
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to industry regulations and standards.