We're looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Microbiology Technician to join our Quality & Sustainability Team.
Are you a microbiology professional who enjoys ensuring product quality, food safety compliance, and delivering laboratory excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding the quality and safety of our products through microbiological testing, laboratory analysis, sanitation verification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do
Conduct microbiological analysis of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products
Ensure compliance with food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems
Monitor and verify the effectiveness of cleaning and sanitization processes (CIP & COP)
Prepare laboratory reagents, culture media, and microbiological samples for analysis
Monitor microbiology laboratory stock levels and ensure availability of testing materials
Validate laboratory equipment performance and implement corrective actions where required
Prepare microbiological trend analysis reports and highlight key risks and improvement opportunities
Support Good Housekeeping (GHK) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across the production environment
Partner with Quality, Production, and Food Safety teams to maintain world-class quality standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product quality and food safety performance
What We're Looking For
B.Sc. or HND in Microbiology (Mandatory)
Minimum of 2 years relevant laboratory or manufacturing experience
Knowledge of microbiological testing procedures and laboratory practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and stakeholder management skills
Basic computer proficiency
Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment is an advantage
Knowledge of food safety, ISO standards, GMP, and sanitation processes is an added advantage
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence