Senior Specialist, Microbiology

As a Senior Specialist in Microbiology at Vadodara, your role involves maintaining and improving product quality, processes, and systems to ensure customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for the smooth operation, calibration, and maintenance of Microbiology instruments, as well as ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Additionally, you will play a key role in testing method development, maintaining lab inventory, and supporting QA/QC activities. Key Responsibilities: - Ensure the smooth running of the Microbiology laboratory - Conduct RM, PM, and FG analysis as per specifications - Maintain cultures and perform environmental monitoring - Calibrate and maintain instruments for quality Microbiology results - Prepare and update SOPs for microbiology standard methods - Assist in reviewing and improving Microbiology procedures related to ISO QMS and FSSC 22000 standards - Conduct calibration and validation of Microbiology equipment - Perform risk assessments in Microbiology - Implement plant EMP program and investigate environmental contamination incidents - Ensure adherence to DSM cleaning and sanitation standards - Conduct training on cleaning and sanitation standards for shop floor team - Participate in change management risk assessment related to hygiene/sanitation - Stay updated on hygiene/sanitation standards and implement best practices - Conduct staff training on site cleaning and sanitization procedures - Monitor housekeeping and cleaning programs - Perform daily audits to identify micro risk areas and ensure proper adherence to procedures - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for cleaning and sanitization - Coordinate with other units for compliance and best practices sharing Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field - Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role - Strong knowledge of microbiology testing methods and standards - Experience in calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments - Familiarity with ISO QMS and FSSC 22000 standards - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to conduct training sessions and audits effectively (Note: Additional details about the company were not provided in the job description.),