Supervisor - Microbiology

AL Nabooda Automobiles LLC.; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 150.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NFPC is seeking a Microbiology Supervisor to lead the microbiology laboratory, planning and overseeing testing of ingredients, in-process materials, and finished dairy products. You will ensure all procedures meet ISO 17025 requirements and GMP/HACCP compliance, while guiding the team and optimizing testing regimes.

You will manage lab activities, validate methods, and support quality improvements across manufacturing sites, promoting food safety and product quality in a fast-paced dairy

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology or Food Microbiology.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role in FMCG or dairy manufacturing.
• Solid knowledge of culture media preparation and quality control.
• Working knowledge of ISO 17025, GMP and HACCP.
• Proven team leadership and people management.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the microbiology laboratory and oversee testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished dairy products.
• Develop, update and implement sampling plans and testing regimes to ensure product safety and quality.
• Establish test protocols in line with local standards and ISO 17025; evaluate results and decide on retesting.
• Ensure all testing follows approved protocols and regulatory requirements; document findings.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

People management

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology or Food Microbiology

Herramientas

ISO 17025

GMP

HACCP

Descripción del empleo

With an incredible portfolio of food & beverage products, NFPC currently has an exciting opportunity for a talented Microbiology Supervisor to join our team.

Job Purpose

Lead the day-to-day operation of NFPC’s microbiology laboratory. You will plan, organize, and oversee the microbiological testing of incoming ingredients, in-process materials, and finished products, as well as other factors that affect product safety and quality across our manufacturing sites. You will also handle the lab’s technical and administrative activities so that all procedures meet ISO17025 requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Microbiological Testing

• Oversee and coordinate microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished dairy products.
• Develop, update and implement sampling plans and testing regimes that ensure effective control at every stage of production.
• Establish test protocols and procedures in line with local standards, industry guidelines and ISO 17025.
• Evaluate results, decide when retesting is needed, and escape abnormal results to the Quality Manager.
• Interpret findings and support troubleshooting of microbiological quality issues.
• Record all results accurately in the laboratory information system.

Lab Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all testing follows approved protocols, quality specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement a monitoring system to verify the sampling and testing accuracy of the microbiology team.
• Write and update procedures for the laboratory procedure manuals.

Validation & Applied Research

• Validate new methods, technologies, and process improvements.
• Plan and conduct shelf-life studies, challenge studies, and other special projects.

Health, Safety & Hygiene

• Conduct periodic laboratory risk assessments and ensure all lab personnel comply with health and safety procedures.
• Ensure QC Technicians complete HSE training and that it is documented.
• Maintain lab equipment, housekeeping, and workplace and personal hygiene standards in line with GMP and HACCP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology or Food Microbiology.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role, ideally in FMCG or dairy manufacturing.
• Solid knowledge of culture media preparation and quality control, and of equipment calibration requirements.
• Working knowledge of ISO 17025, GMP and HACCP.
• Proven team leadership and people management.