Junior Microbiologist – Food

Junior Microbiologist – Food vacancy at a leading Italian Cheese Manufacturing Company in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE with the following :

Job Responsibilities

As a Junior Microbiologist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring microbiological quality, hygiene, and food safety across the production chain of our premium Italian cheese products.

Microbial Testing & Analysis – Junior Microbiologist – Food

• Conduct routine microbiological analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental swabs.
• Perform tests for total plate count (TPC), coliforms, yeast & mold, E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, and other relevant pathogens as per standard protocols.
• Maintain and calibrate microbiological equipment such as incubators, autoclaves, and colony counters.

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Hygiene Monitoring & Contamination Control

• Implement and monitor Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Conduct regular sanitation verification and environmental monitoring (EMP) in production and packaging zones.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to investigate root causes of microbiological deviations and implement corrective actions.

Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of microbiological data in accordance with ISO 17025 and HACCP standards.
• Junior Microbiologist – Food Assist in preparing internal and external microbiological reports for audits and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor trends and alert supervisors about potential contamination risks or anomalies.

Operational Support

• Support new product validation and shelf-life studies through microbial testing.
• Maintain inventory of microbiological reagents, media, and consumables.
• Work independently during assigned night shifts and extended hours to meet testing deadlines.

Qualifications – Junior Microbiologist – Food

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Technology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–4 years of hands-on experience in food microbiology, preferably within a dairy or cheese production facility.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in microbiological methods and sample preparation techniques.
  • Knowledge of ISO, HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations.
  • Experience using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is a plus.

• Personal Attributes:
  • Strong time management and ability to handle high workloads.
  • Detail-oriented with high levels of accuracy and consistency.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  • Adaptable, self-driven, and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
  • Flexible with work hours; willing to work late evenings, weekends, and night shifts based on operational needs.

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