Job Duties 

• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of laboratory staff, develop work performance standards, provide technical expertise as needed or requested.
• Plan and conduct microbiological testing in accordance with company’s HACCP plan.
• Implement laboratory policies and procedures, develop and maintain appropriate control and quality assurance procedures, ensure compliance with current safety requirements, coordinate laboratory activities and to ensure current certification are renewed.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation of test results, issuing of test reports, records and analyse data.
• Participate in policy revision, planning and budgeting process.
• Maintain Laboratory chemicals equipment and other supplies inventory.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of advancement in laboratory technology, National regulations, etc.
• Liaise with external institutes, laboratories in solving product related issues.

Requirements 

• Female/ Male
• Age below 40
• Bachelor’s degrees with specialization in microbiology from a recognized university in the field of microbiology, food technology or agriculture.
• 2-3 years of experience in reputed chemical and /or microbiology laboratory.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025:2005 laboratory management system is an added advantage.
• Good command of the English language, both verbal and written
• IT proficiency ; must be competent in Microsoft office Programmes such as MS Excel and MS PowerPoint