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Laboratory Technologist to join the Quality Control team of a leading dairy manufacturing company in the UAE. This role is responsible for conducting laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process samples, packaging materials, and finished dairy products to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will also support product development initiatives, maintain laboratory equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement programs.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform physical, chemical, and analytical testing of raw milk, ingredients, packaging materials, in-process samples, and finished dairy products according to established laboratory procedures.
- Conduct routine and non-routine laboratory analyses to verify compliance with product specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare, standardize, and accurately label laboratory chemicals, reagents, media, and testing solutions.
- Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and analytical equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Record, analyze, interpret, and report laboratory findings while maintaining complete and accurate documentation.
- Monitor product quality trends, identify deviations, and communicate non-conformities to Quality Assurance and Production teams.
- Support investigations related to quality issues, customer complaints, and product deviations by conducting analytical testing and root cause analysis.
- Assist Research and Development (R&D) teams with product formulation trials, shelf-life studies, validation testing, and process optimization.
- Perform packaging material evaluations to ensure compliance with quality and food safety requirements before approval.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness, safety, and hygiene in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company procedures.
- Ensure compliance with food safety management systems including HACCP, ISO 22000, and applicable UAE food regulations.
- Participate in internal audits, laboratory proficiency programs, equipment verification, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain inventory of laboratory chemicals, reagents, consumables, and testing supplies while ensuring proper storage and disposal.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Technical teams to support manufacturing operations and continuous improvement projects.
- Follow all laboratory safety procedures and report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or quality concerns promptly.
Job Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in:
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Food Engineering
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Or a related scientific discipline.
Experience
- 1–3 years of laboratory experience within the dairy manufacturing or dairy processing industry.
- Experience in food quality control laboratories is highly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with chemical and physical analysis of dairy products.
- Experience supporting quality assurance and product development activities is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of dairy chemistry, food analysis, and laboratory testing techniques.
- Understanding of dairy manufacturing processes and food quality standards.
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, GLP, ISO 22000, and food safety management systems.
- Ability to operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment and analytical instruments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
- Excellent documentation and report preparation abilities.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple laboratory tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
- Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
Working Requirements
- Must be currently based in the United Arab Emirates.
- Willingness to work rotating morning and night shifts.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high laboratory quality and safety standards.
- Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering accurate laboratory results.
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