Assistant Quality Assurance Officers

The Role

This is the entry and training grade for diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under supervision of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities for this grade will entail-

• Receiving, drawing, recording and preparing samples for analysis;
• Archiving and retrieving samples for future reference;
• Maintaining the hygienic standards of the laboratory and laboratory equipment for quality analysis;
• Maintaining records of analysis results for future reference;
• Reporting on preventive maintenance on all equipment/machine; laboratory
• Maintaining and ensuring safety of all machines and equipment;
• Calibrating and maintaining proper records on all test machines and equipment’s as scheduled; and
• Collecting, collating and compiling information on testing and grading of scheduled crops samples.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Coffee Technology, Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Horticulture, Agriculture sciences, textile engineering, Agricultural engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.