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Food Technology Technician Job Kitale National Polytechnic, Kitale, Kenya

Kitale National Polytechnic
Kitale, Trans-Nzoia County 🇰🇪 Kenya
Live
Full Time
Entry Level
Food Technology
Posted 11 days ago (25 Aug 2026) Updated 11 days ago

Job Description

The Food Technology Technician supports the development and production of safe, high‑quality food products. Responsibilities include conducting laboratory analyses, monitoring processing operations, and maintaining equipment. The role requires a solid grounding in food science and adherence to hygiene standards. It is an entry‑level position within the polytechnic’s technical department.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • • Diploma or degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, or related field
  • • Basic understanding of food safety regulations and quality control processes
  • • Ability to work accurately with laboratory instruments
  • • Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
  • • Good communication and teamwork abilities

Required Skills

Responsibilities

  • • Conduct laboratory tests on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with food safety standards
  • • Monitor and assist in daily food processing operations
  • • Maintain and calibrate laboratory and production equipment
  • • Record test results and prepare quality reports
  • • Support senior technicians in product development and formulation
  • • Ensure workplace hygiene and follow HACCP procedures