Food Technologist at a Reputable Company

Food Technologist Job Type Full Time , Onsite Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 2 - 10 years Location Osun Job Field Science   Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Food Safety ​Implement, maintain, and audit local and international food safety systems, including HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices). ​Conduct daily laboratory and inline sensory, physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses on raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products. ​Monitor environmental hygiene across processing floors to ensure full compliance with NAFDAC Guidelines for Food Hygienic Practices. ​Oversee batch release documentation, traceability logs, and direct corrective actions for non-conformance incidents. New Product Development (NPD) & Process Optimization ​Collaborate with the commercial and marketing teams to formulate, prototype, and scale up innovative food products tailored to West African palates. ​Conduct shelf-life testing, stability studies, and packaging integrity evaluations under varying climate and storage conditions. ​Identify process bottlenecks and implement cost-optimization and yield-improvement measures without compromising food quality or safety. Regulatory Compliance & Documentation ​Prepare technical dossiers, product specifications, and documentation required for product registration and renewals with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). ​Ensure all food labels strictly adhere to NAFDAC Pre-Packaged Food Labeling regulations and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) guidelines. ​Prepare the facility for routine audits from NAFDAC, SON, and local environmental health officers. Requirements & Qualifications Education & Certification ​Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc. / B.Tech.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Science Laboratory Technology or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. ​Active registration with the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) or professional licensing with NiCFoST (Certified Food Scientist of Nigeria - CFSN), Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT) is highly preferred. ​ Experience & Skills ​Minimum of 2 to 10 years of hands-on experience in a food manufacturing, FMCG, or packaging facility in Nigeria. ​Strong understanding of NAFDAC requirements, SON standards, and Nigerian factory sanitation acts. ​Practical experience in setting up and managing HACCP flows and laboratory analysis equipment (e.g., pH meters, refractometers, spectrophotometers). ​High proficiency in data collection and report writing using MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). ​Exceptional sensory acuity and attention to detail. Strong understanding of food preservation techniques, especially dehydration ​ Personal Attributes ​Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities. ​Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead and train factory-floor food handlers on personal and environmental hygiene. ​Integrity-driven, with a zero-compromise attitude toward consumer safety and compliance. What We Offer ​Competitive salary package (commensurate with experience). ​Continuous professional development opportunities, including support for NiCFoST and NISLT licensing and mandatory professional courses. ​An inclusive, innovative, and supportive work environment. ​Accommodation will be made available to the selected candidate. Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [Click the Apply button below to see the contact details] using the position as subject of email. Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.

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