Microbiology analyst

Henkel Mexicana; Región Centro; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global consumer goods company is seeking a skilled microbiologist in Mexico, Jalisco. The ideal candidate will perform microbiological analysis, manage laboratory techniques, and ensure compliance with health and quality standards. This role demands attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication in a collaborative environment. Employee benefits include global wellbeing programs and gender-neutral parental leave.

Servicios

Global wellbeing standards with health programs

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Canteen

Savings Fund

Formación

• Proficiency in performing microbiological tests.
• Experience with laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols.

Responsabilidades

• Execute operational plans based on engineering specifications.
• Work with contractors to ensure service quality.
• Identify process optimization opportunities.

Conocimientos

Microbiological Analysis

Laboratory Techniques

Equipment Handling

Results Interpretation

Method Validation

Regulatory and Quality Knowledge

Specific Regulations Familiarity

Quality Management Systems Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Herramientas

Microscopes

Autoclaves

Incubators

Water Purification Systems

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

• Executes the operational plan of an engineering task based on engineering designs and work specifications.
• Works closely with external contractors and ensures the quality of delivered services and products.
• Sets up or adjusts complex equipment according to manufacturing specifications.
• Identifies and implements opportunities of process optimization.

What makes you a good fit

• Microbiological Analysis: Proficiency in performing tests to detect and quantify bacteria, fungi, and yeasts in raw materials, process water, packaging materials, and finished products.
• Laboratory Techniques: Experience in preparing culture media, dilutions, Gram staining, inoculation, and identification of pathogenic microorganisms (such as E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans, among others).
• Equipment Handling: Competent use of microscopes, autoclaves, incubators, water purification systems, and other relevant laboratory equipment.
• Results Interpretation: Ability to accurately analyze, record, and present data, determining whether microbial levels meet established limits.
• Method Validation: Knowledge of developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and validation reports.
• Regulatory and Quality Knowledge GLP and GMP: Strict adherence to health and safety protocols, as well as industrial quality guidelines.
• Specific Regulations: Familiarity with national standards (NOMs applicable in Mexico, such as NOM-259-SSA1-2014, or the current standard for cosmetic products) and international standards (USP methods 51, 61, 62; ISO standards such as ISO 17516) that govern the microbiological safety of cosmetics.
• Quality Management Systems: Knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and the ISO 17025 standard for testing laboratories.
• Soft Skills Attention to Detail: Precision is essential to avoid cross-contamination and ensure reliable results.
• Organization and Planning: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize experiments, and meet production and analysis deadlines.
• Problem Solving: Ability to quickly identify the source of contamination and propose effective solutions.
• Effective Communication: Ability to report critical findings to other departments (production, quality) and work effectively in a team environment.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Canteen
• Savings Fund

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

JOB ID: 26090604

Job Locations: Mexico, Jalisco, Guadalajara

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