The Apprentice: Kenneth Odjamgba

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Process Engineering from the University of Ghana, Kenneth Odjamgba was placed as an apprentice with PFS client Macks Commodities Ltd in 2022.  

Kenneth served as a quality assurance officer during his apprenticeship. The apprenticeship provided him with first-hand insight into quality management and production processes, which aligned perfectly with his academic background.  

He also developed leadership and organizational skills, and gained a deeper understanding of how standards and processes are implemented in the food processing industry to ensure consumer safety. 

With the guidance of his supervisors, who entrusted him with challenging tasks and offered professional support, Kenneth grew both personally and professionally.  

He was also mentored by General Mills’ volunteer Andres Felipe Ruiz who offered him guidance in food product development and helped him navigate real-world projects. After his apprenticeship ended, Kenneth was retained full-time by Macks Industries, where he has continued to grow and make an impact!                                                              

Fun fact: Kenneth and another former PFS apprentice, Papa Essel Opoku (pictured below), developed the recipe for Macks Commodities’ new fufu flour blend!