Technical Officer Job at Avodemia Limited

Technical Officer Job at Avodemia Limited… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at Avodemia Limited.

Description:

Avodemia Limited is a manufacturing company based in Ruiru Town, Kiambu County, specializing in the manufacture and export of Extra Virgin Avocado oil and Packaging of Fresh Avocado for export.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to Avodemia farm and other farmer groups to ensure increased and sustained production and supply of raw material in line with company targets.
Ensure that newly engaged farmers are well inducted and trained on agronomic practices in avocado production.
Ensure farmers maintain updated records on production and crop management in line with good agricultural practices.
Act as the custodian of all company records and documents in the area of oversight.
Conduct spot checks on contracted farms to verify that policies and procedures are implemented as required.
Develop a harvesting program in close consultation with the packhouse manager to ensure synergy with the market program.
Lead the Internal Audits planning and management. Manage all the internal audits for the ISO 22000, BRC, HACCP, Global Gap etc.
Train our Avocado and vegetable suppliers on expected quality standards and assess their farms and assist where needed with an improvement plan.
Ensure relevant training of the food safety team members and other staff of food safety and quality,

Qualifications:

Bachelors’ Degree/ Diploma in Agronomy or Horticulture-related course.
At least 5 years experience in a similar role Knowledge of safe and effective use of pesticides.
Working knowledge of agronomic and food safety standards e.g. Global GAP, ISO FSSC 22000, BRC, HACCP, Organic Farming Experience in production of horticultural products, or a quality assurance or food safety function within the fruit and vegetable industry.