MICROBIOLOGIST

JOB TITLE

MICROBIOLOGIST

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

MANUFACTURING

SALARY

KSHS.35,000-45,000

JOB LOCATION

UKUNDA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• 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

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• 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

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• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
  
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.