Food Scientist at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective

Our client in the food value addition space seeks a Food Scientist/Nutritionist to contribute to the manufacturing efforts of the organization, with responsibility for coordinating production operations and ensuring product quality and safety.

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 with 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

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Food Science
• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Ability to simplify complex nutritional concepts for diverse audiences