Quality Control Laboratory Microbiologist

Prime Foods and Beverages Nigeria Limited, is currently recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory Microbiologist

Location: Ogun

Job Description

• Quality Control Laboratory Microbiologist.
• Collect product samples for the purpose of laboratory testing.
• Perform microbiological analyses on raw, in-process and finished products.
• Prepare reagents necessary to carry our microbial testing of water, beverages and other food products, decontaminating old plates and equipment's.
• Conduct equipment audits, testing equipment for efficiency and performance and finding ways to correct products defect.
• Calibrate and maintain microbiological laboratory equipment.
• Compile and analyze data for documentation and prepare related reports.
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practice and maintain cleaning standards for the laboratory.
• Ensure strict implementation of company policy, SOP and GMP regulations.
• Ensure compliance to common Good Hygiene Practice.
• Perform other related task as needed.

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Food science and Technology and any other related field.
• Minimum of 2 solid years work experience of laboratory analysis in a food/beverage producing company.
• Knowledge of operations and maintenance of laboratory equipment, quality process control of food and beverages.
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Must be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to enable efficient analysis.
• Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Food manufacturing industry background preferred.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.