Nutritionist at Emerge Egress Consulting
Emerge Egress Consulting
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Nutritionist - Food Manufacturing
Role Objective
Our client in the food value addition space seeks a nutritionist who can contribute to the manufacturing efforts of the organization. This position offers a great opportunity for career growth.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate the production of high-quality products according to agreed plans and within budget
- Establish and adjust production targets based on current conditions and customer needs
- Stay current with and contribute to the latest scientific research in food and nutrition
- Provide overall leadership and direction in production operations to ensure smooth functioning
- Enforce strict stock management procedures and controls to prevent inefficiencies or shortages
- Develop and promote a culture of strong risk management practices in production to prevent disruptions and ensure continuous operations
Key Competencies
- Proactivity and self-initiative
- Ability to work under pressure
- High integrity
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements in operations
- Good understanding of Food Safety Management Systems and experience in their application in the food industry
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Food Science
- At least 1 year of relevant experience
- Ability to simplify complex nutritional concepts for diverse audiences