MICROBIOLOGIST

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: MANUFACTURING

SALARY: KSHS.35,000-45,000

JOB LOCATION: UKUNDA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Conduct microbiological tests on raw materials, in-process samples, finished goods, and competitor samples as per defined timelines.

·       Perform surface, equipment, and environmental swabs and report findings promptly.

·       Monitor and test water purification and processing systems to ensure water quality meets required standards.

·       Assist in Research & Development (R&D) and New Product Development (NPD) by performing required microbial tests.

·       Ensure incoming materials comply with company and regulatory specifications.

·       Manage and control non-conforming raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

·       Support investigations related to customer complaints, deviations, and non-conformance issues.

·       Ensure adherence to food safety standards across the entire production process.

·       Assist in the training and instruction of production operators on hygiene, GMP, and quality control procedures.

·       Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation (hard and soft copies) of all microbial activities, laboratory tests, and quality inspection results.

·       Share microbial and quality reports within the required timelines.

·       Ensure all QC documentation is completed and submitted by the end of every shift.

·       Manage laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and inventory of consumables.

·       Ensure proper implementation of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Housekeeping Practices within the laboratory.

·       Oversee the housekeeping team to maintain hygienic conditions in QC and production-related areas.

·       Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) across production and processing areas.

·       Highlight areas of improvement within QC and production, and follow up to ensure closure of corrective actions.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

·       Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Science, or a related field

·       At least 1–3 years’ experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory environment (desired)

·       Knowledge of GMP, GLP, ISO standards, HACCP, and food safety regulations

·       Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

HOW TO APPLY

·       If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV

·       Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

·       Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.