We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Microbiologist – FMCG
Location: Dopemu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- As a microbiologist, you will play a critical role in maintaining the quality and safety of our FMCG products.
- You will be responsible for monitoring, testing, and analyzing microbial content and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- The successful candidate will work within a dynamic team to support our commitment to producing safe and high-quality consumer goods.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine and advanced microbiological tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure they meet quality and safety standards.
- Gather samples from various stages of production and storage, adhering to established sampling protocols and ensuring traceability.
- Analyze test results and interpret findings, promptly identifying any deviations from established quality standards, and report non-conformities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped microbiology laboratory within the processing plant to ensure accurate results and compliance with food safety norms.
- Collaborate with the Quality Control team to develop and implement quality assurance and control procedures, continually seeking opportunities to improve microbiological testing processes.
- Prepare and maintain detailed records of test results, standard operating procedures, and laboratory documentation to meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
- Stay updated on relevant regulations and standards in the FMCG industry, ensuring that the company’s products are in full compliance with all applicable laws and guidelines.
- Work with the Research and Development team to evaluate and implement new microbiological testing methods and technologies to improve product quality.
- Effectively communicate findings, concerns, and recommendations to cross-functional teams, including Quality Control, Production, and Research and Development, to drive corrective actions and improvements
Qualifications
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or a related field
- 2 – 5 years work experience.
- Proven experience as a microbiologist in an FMCG or similar industry
- Strong understanding of microbiological testing techniques, standards, and regulations.
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment and software for data analysis
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles is a plus.
Application Closing Date
30th November, 2023.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Deadline: November 30, 2023
Job Features
Job Category | Microbiologist |