Head of Micro Lab (Executive)

Barry Callebaut; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry Callebaut in Malaysia is seeking a Head of Microbiology Laboratory to manage the Micro Lab operations for finished goods, raw materials and environmental samples. You will ensure accurate testing results, drive QC plans, and support the Quality Assurance Department in the factory.

You will lead the lab team, ensure GLP/GMP compliance, and continuously improve methods, safety, and microbial testing processes across ISO/HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• Min Bachelor Degree on Microbiology.
• 5 years experiences in related field.
• Understand GMP, safety, food safety and quality standards and procedures.
• Excellent in basic microbiology standard and process.
• Excellent laboratory knowledge.
• Leadership and team working experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manages Quality and Compliance in the Lab.
• Supervise the lab team to adhere to GLP, GMP, ISO standards and calibration.
• Maintain up-to-date analysis methods and quality regulations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly quality reports and drive corrective actions.
• Review supplier documents and decide on release of raw materials and products.
• Drive 5S in the lab and contribute to cost and efficiency improvements.
• Lead quality improvement projects and participate in internal audits.

Skills

Lab leadership

GMP/GLP compliance

Quality assurance

Team management

Microbiology knowledge

Safety & HACCP

ISO 14000/22000 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation management

Job description

The Head of Microbiology Laboratory is responsible to manage the overall operation of Micro Lab for the testing of Finished Goods, Raw/Pack Material and Environmental sample that comply with Good Laboratory Practices. Ultimate objective is to ensure the accuracy of the testing results by doing QC plan for the lab to support the credibility of Quality Assurance Department in the factory.

He/she shall actively involve in continuous improvement by doing the evaluation & interpretation of micro trend results, PEM sampling review, New Methods validation, Laboratory Safety practices and investigation on any micro problem. The Head of Micro Lab is an active member of Microbiology Community within APAC region that provide training on basic micro to the factory quality & operation team.

Key responsibilities

Manages Quality and Compliance in the Lab

Supervise the lab team member to do analysis and activity refer to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISO 14000, ISO 22000, and make sure to make accurate data analysis. Including equipment maintenance/calibration.

Keep up to date with analysis methods and quality regulations for the department (ISO, HACCP, FSSC, Quality, Legal). Ensure training of local staff to achieve the food safety and quality systems objectives

Reporting and Release Decision

Monitoring analysis all testing result, prepare and compile Weekly and Monthly Quality Report (incl FTQ report and FG damage). Make corrective action and coordination with Production supervisor and Engineering supervisor to solve any Microbiology problem. Make sure the corrective action are implemented.

Review results and supplier documents to take a decision on release of raw materials. React and follow up when deviations occur. Decide on release of production line where product integrity/quality risks occur. React and follow up when deviations occur. Decide on disposition and provide recommendations regarding blocked products with acknowledged by Local QA Manager.

Track, trace and put on hold when and as required.

Ensure adherence to BC and legal safety rules and identify and implement measures to improve safety and reduce risks in the labs and in the BC environment in general.

Stock Management

Ensure the Chemical Lab consumables (tools/glassware and materials) available. Stock take monthly. Coordination with Purchasing supervisor to purchase new equipment or materials.

Calibration and Internal Inspection of Lab Equipment

Internal calibration for lab equipment/instrument. Make sure all lab equipment in good condition, accurate, and still within calibration validity date.

Drive improvement

Initiate and lead quality related improvement and problem solving teams using root cause problem solving tools such as 5 why and Ishikawa analysis.

Participate in internal audits related to HACCP, food safety, sustainability and quality management system. Supporting of GMP and GLP audit as auditor and implement.

Follow up corrective actions and verify effectiveness of implemented measures.

Drive 5S in the lab environment.

Contribute to cost and efficiency improvement activities, taking into account quality requirements.

Competency

Responsible for BC Ring Test & Proficiency Test. Make a schedule, preparation, organize, and compile a result.

Project Management

Adapt and validate quality analysis plans and systems to address changed or new ingredients, products, processes, production environment.

Participate in meetings effectively, liaise with stakeholders and communicate and interact actively with all functions.

Support quality culture program, BC Excellence as team member/ agent.

About you

Min Bachelor Degree on Microbiology

5 years experiences in related field

Understand GMP, safety, food safety and quality standards and procedures

Excellent in basic microbiology standard and process

Excellent laboratory knowledge

Leadership and team working experience required