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A manufacturing Company in Dubai, UAE is looking for a QC Microbiologist with the following:

Job Responsibilities

  • Quality Assurance & Compliance:
    • Develop, negotiate, and implement quality control procedures, standards, and specifications for in-house operations.
    • Ensure strict adherence to food safety and quality assurance guidelines, working as part of the Food Safety Team.
    • Monitor microbiological standards and compliance as per the established sampling plan.
  • Sample Collection & Testing:
    • Collect and analyze raw material samples upon arrival to determine their suitability for production.
    • Conduct microbiological testing of finished products, raw materials, and development/shelf-life samples.
    • Perform chemical, physical, and organoleptic analyses of raw materials and finished products.
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  • Laboratory Preparation & Equipment Maintenance:
    • Prepare microbiological media, including weighing, mixing, and autoclaving, for sample analysis.
    • Label and prepare samples with appropriate identification in accordance with specific test protocols.
    • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment such as weighing balances and pH meters before daily activities or as required.
    • Monitor the temperature of incubators used for microbiological testing to ensure they are functioning properly.
  • Hygiene & Sanitation Control:
    • Perform microbiological analysis of workers’ hand swabs to ensure compliance with personnel hygiene standards.
    • Conduct environmental monitoring, including water analysis, surface swabs, and air testing, to validate the effectiveness of the production process.
    • Ensure that all laboratory equipment and materials are cleaned, sterilized, and well-maintained as per laboratory guidelines.
  • Food Safety & Audits:
    • Assist in conducting internal audits alongside the FSQ (Food Safety & Quality) Head.
    • Provide support to the food safety team by analyzing relevant microbiological data for hazard identification and elimination.
    • Maintain accurate and detailed traceability records of laboratory activities and test results.
  • Continuous Improvement & Documentation:
    • Assist in updating laboratory work instructions and procedures to align with industry best practices.
    • Support the FSQ Head in developing new testing methodologies and exploring new laboratory technologies for continuous improvement.
    • Raise requisitions for laboratory consumables to ensure smooth operations.

Job Qualifications

  • Educational Background:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field.
  • Industry Experience:
    • 1-3 years of experience in a microbiology laboratory, preferably in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods), food manufacturing, or pharmaceutical industry.
    • Hands-on experience in microbiological testing, quality control, and food safety procedures.
  • Technical Knowledge & Skills:
    • Strong understanding of microbiological principles, food safety standards, and quality assurance protocols.
    • Proficiency in microbial testing techniques, including plating, incubation, and pathogen detection.
    • Familiarity with chemical, physical, and organoleptic analysis of raw materials and finished products.
    • Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), ISO 22000, and other food safety standards.
    • Experience in calibration and maintenance of lab equipment, such as pH meters, weighing balances, and incubators.
  • Hygiene & Environmental Monitoring:
    • Ability to conduct microbiological analysis of water, air, and surface swabs to verify hygiene standards.
    • Experience in performing hand swab tests to ensure personnel hygiene compliance.
  • Audit & Compliance:
    • Familiarity with internal auditing processes and assisting in compliance with food safety regulations.
    • Ability to maintain laboratory traceability records, documentation, and control logs.
  • Laboratory & Safety Practices:
    • Hands-on experience in preparing microbiological media, weighing, mixing, and autoclaving.
    • Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols, including handling hazardous materials and sterilization procedures.
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  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
    • Ability to interpret test results and identify microbial contamination risks.
    • Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot microbiological deviations and support process improvements.
  • Software & Reporting:
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in an FMCG, food, or beverage industry setting.
  • Additional certifications in Food Safety, HACCP, or ISO 22000 would be an advantage.

Date of Posting : April 03, 2025

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