Feed Quality Technician
Full time @YALELO posted 1 day ago in Management Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 20872
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Job Description – Feed Quality Technician
Reports to: Laboratory Team Lead
Division: Production
Department: Laboratory
Grade: M1
Job Overview
The Feed Quality Technician is responsible for Inspecting, sampling, testing, and documenting feed quality to ensure compliance with company standards. The role supports laboratory operations by conducting physical and proximate analyses, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring proper laboratory housekeeping.
Key Responsibilities
- Feed Inspection & Sampling
- Inspect feed upon arrival for physical quality parameters such as durability, color, odor, contamination, and general condition.
- Collect feed samples from trucks according to established sampling procedures.
- Report any deviations or non-conformities to the Laboratory Team Lead in a timely manner.
- Laboratory Testing & Analysis
- Conduct physical and proximate analyses including Floatability, bulk density, buoyancy, moisture, crude protein, fat, ash, fiber, and other required parameters.
- Ensure testing procedures follow approved SOPs and quality standards.
- Record and verify results accurately before submission for review.
- Data Management & Reporting
- Enter laboratory results accurately into approved databases and reporting systems.
- Prepare routine feed quality reports for review by the Laboratory Team Lead.
- Maintain organized and traceable laboratory records for audits and reference.
- Laboratory Housekeeping & Stock Management
- Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety within the laboratory.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of samples and reagents.
- Monitor laboratory consumables and notify the Team Lead when stock replenishment is required.
- Conduct calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries & Aquaculture, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology, Animal Science, or a related field.
- 1–3 years’ experience in laboratory work, feed quality control, or aquaculture operations is an added advantage.
- Basic understanding of feed quality parameters and laboratory procedures.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good data entry and record-keeping skills.
- Basic laboratory analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug, clearly specifying the job position in the subject line. The closing date for receiving applications is 22nd May 2026.
“Recruitment will be on rolling basis”
Yalelo Uganda, is an equal opportunity employer and committed to promoting gender diversity in our workforce. Qualified Females are strongly encouraged to apply. Yalelo Uganda doesn’t solicit any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.
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