Microbiologist

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Johannesburg, Gauteng
Mid level
Biotech • Manufacturing
The Role
Conduct microbiological analysis of samples, ensure compliance with quality standards, interpret results, and manage allergen tests and cleaning validations.
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Job Summary

Perform microbiological analysis on obtained samples of raw materials, intermediates and final flavor or seasoning products. Conduct environmental monitoring throughout the factory as per ESP and report results in the SharePoint.

-        To ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the running of the QC/Micro laboratories as per requirements of the SGS LAB Approval Stds scheme

-        To prioritize microbiological testing, trouble shoot and ensure that all administrative functions are performed, and records and documentation maintained according to regulations including different standards such as LAS and ISO 22000/FSSC 22000 requirements, thereby ensuring that effective customer service and food safety is rendered to all internal and external customers

-        Perform additional/special microbiological analyses, e.g. Proficiency testing

-         Performing the necessary calculations for the test results

-         Interpreting and assessing analysis results

-        Assessing options in the event of rejection by valuating results obtained through all testing (micro and analytical) and discussing out of specification results with colleagues and the QA Manager to assign appropriate status to non-conforming product.

-          External testing of water; send samples annually as per SANS 241

-          Send 50th sample to external lab for micro verification

-          Manage all Allergen cleaning verification samples/tests necessary as per procedure

Perform cleaning validation every 3 years as per procedure

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Top Skills

Fssc 22000
Iso 22000
Las
Sans 241
Sgs Lab Approval Standards
Sharepoint
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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
13,014 Employees
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What We Do

Meet IFF:

We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs.

An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave.

With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same.

Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet.

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