Microbiologist

Bureau Veritas do Brasil; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas do Brasil in Chennai is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Analyst to perform media preparation, microbiological analysis, and waste disposal in line with BV policies.

The role requires a science graduate with a Master in Microbiology, 2–5 years in Food Testing, good data entry, and strong communication. NABL audit skills and basic computer proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Science graduate with Master in Microbiology or equivalent degree.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Food Testing Industry
• Good with data entry
• Good in Communication
• Basic computer skills and NABL Audit skills

Responsibilities

• Report to Manager – section In-Charge
• Perform analysis of samples for microbiological parameters per IS/ISO/BAM/APHA methods
• Handle equipment related to Microbiological lab
• Carry out Standard culture activation, verification, maintenance and disposal
• Sample storage and waste disposal
• Carrying out analysis of Pharmaceutical samples as per API & USP
• Daily verification and intermediate check of Equipment’s
• Write raw data and maintenance of documents and records per ISO 17025-2017
• Other tasks as required

Skills

Microbiological testing

Data entry

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

NABL audit skills

Education

Master in Microbiology

Tools

NABL audit procedures

Job description

Job Description:

Ø Purpose of Position

• Responsible for carrying out media preparation for Microbiological analysis and responsible for disposal of used media and contaminated samples
• Responsible for analysis of samples for microbiological parameters as per Customer/Regulatory requirement.
• The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Lab testing activities including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.

Ø Major Responsibilities

• Report to the Manager – section In-Charge
• Responsible for performing analysis of Food & Agricultural products, Sea foods, Environment, textile samples as per IS/ISO/BAM/APHA methods.
• Responsible for handling of equipment related to Microbiological lab.
• Responsible to carryout Standard culture activation, verification, maintenance and disposal
• Responsible for sample storage and waste disposal.
• Responsible for carrying out analysis of Pharmaceutical samples as per API & USP.
• Responsible for daily verification and intermediate check of Equipment’s.
• Responsible for writing raw data and maintenance of documents and records pertaining to the activities as per ISO 17025-2017
• Other tasks as required.

Ø Roles & Responsibilities for HSE

• Must comply the BV Cardinal Safety Rules in all situations.
• To comply company HSE requirements e.g. policies, Procedures, guidelines etc. and local legal requirements on HSE as applicable
• To take care of own health and safety as well as colleagues and others.
• Immediate reporting of any shortcomings on HSE i.e. any incident, unsafe work practices / conditions to his/her immediate Line Managers.

Ø Criteria for Performance Evaluation (KPIs)

• Reporting results as per TAT
• Technical competency and performance in the Audit.
• Achievement of Z score in PT ILC.
• Addition of new techniques and updating latest skills

Ø Qualification and Experience

• Science graduate with Master in Microbiology or equivalent degree holder.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Food Testing Industry
• Good with data entry
• Good in Communication
• Basic computer skills and NABL Audit skills

Skills & Qualities:

• Knowledge on Microbiological Sample Testing
• Handling and preparation of Audit documents