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Job DescriptionConducting microbial testing analysis of samples in accordance with standard operating procedures, techniques, national, international and industry standards or client’s guidelines.
Ensure that all activities are carried out in compliance with the laboratory’s QA/QC system and more especially ISO/IEC 17025. In addition, ensure GLP compliance where applicable.
Ensure that set Turnaround time for every sample submitted is adhered to and that clients’ testing requirements are fully met including application of correct methods/standard.
Adhere to health and safety measures in regard to general hygiene, sample testing, sample retention, disposal/destruction.
Keep abreast with the latest development of analytical standards related to microbiology and food technologies in order to continuously develop new methods and capabilities for validation and final adoption.
Ensure that process control form is strictly followed and fully completed throughout the analysis process.
Ensure that raw data of analyses carried out clearly supports results obtained prior to subsequent approvals
Ensure that work records, samples and auxiliary documents are kept properly and organized in such manner as to be easy to retrieve and process.
To work in a flexible manner /pattern so that resources are aligned to workload, thus meeting customer needs for 24hrs,365-day service whilst still maintaining a long term, viable and competitive business for SGS.
Degree in Microbiology, Food nutrition, Food Science and Technology or equivalent qualification from recognized institution
At least two years laboratory testing experience preferably in a multi-purpose laboratory
Good knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, GLP, HACCP and HSE standards and have sound knowledge of laboratory equipment such as the incubators, ovens, autoclaves and biosafety cabinet
Satisfactory capability in application of the relevant testing protocol
Work with minimum supervision, good communication skills and organization
Foster Innovation, embrace Change, think strategically and translate the strategies into Actions
Ability to influence Externally and Internally and be able to deliver Superior Results
The incumbent shall be responsible for ensuring :
All activities are carried out in compliance with the laboratory’s QA/QC system and more specifically ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
All results and test data produced is accurate, reliable and within acceptable repeatability/reproducibility.
Health and safety measures are adhered to in regard to general hygiene, sample testing, sample retention and sample disposal/destruction.
Clients testing requirements are fully met and set turnaround time is complied with at all times.
Skills Required
- Degree in Microbiology, Food Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- At least two years of laboratory testing experience
- Experience in a multi-purpose laboratory
- Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, GLP, HACCP, and HSE standards
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment including incubators, ovens, autoclaves, and biosafety cabinets
- Capability in applying relevant testing protocols
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Ability to support innovation, change, strategic thinking, and execution
- Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders and deliver results
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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