Technician - Food & Safety (Grade C/D) at Kenyatta University

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSc. Degree from a recognized University in any of the following areas of specialization: Food Science and Technology, Food Nutrition and Dietetics.
• KSCE mean Grade C+ (plus) or equivalent and above.
• Have at least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy Teaching, Research, Food processing company or related companies.
• Be computer literate.

While reporting to the Director, NPRC Successful candidate will be expected to:

• Report to the Director NPRC or his/her appointee.
• Maintain current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Prepare and review standard operating procedures.
• Identify and source quality raw herbal materials.
• Engage farmers for contractual production of medicinal plants.
• Make daily observations of processing activities at the Upscaling section.
• Identify and source proper packaging and labeling materials for each product.
• Oversee the inspection of outgoing finished goods as well as incoming raw materials.
• Ensure proper sampling of raw materials and finished products for quality assessment in the microbiology and quality assurance laboratories.
• Ensure that quality products meet customer needs.
• Prepare and maintain quality and production records.
• Ensure accurate stock records.