JOB TITLE

 

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 on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.