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About the job

• Perform microbiological testing on Agri-Food Commodities in the laboratory.
• Manage consumable inventory system.
• Interpret microbiological data generated both internally and by third party testing facilities; report data and trends and initiate appropriate follow-up actions
• Troubleshoot all testing/sampling abnormalities to ensure proper results are reported; initiate proper guidelines for corrective/preventative action immediately.
• Investigate product holds for microbiological reasons and make recommendations for appropriate actions based on scientific findings and/or company.
• Perform daily plant/lab inspections and manage the facilities environmental testing program; analyze results to ensure a microbiologically sound environment for production.
• Manage and facilitate Preventative Maintenance and Calibration Programs
• Implementation of new processes, verifications, and validation of effectiveness
• Daily compliance of ISO 17025 standards.
• Coordinate audit activities for Micro Lab (pre-audit, during audit, and post audit)
• Participate in proficiency testing.
• Ensure all microbiological methods meet compliance requirements.
• Responsible for Good Laboratory Practices, including equipment monitoring and calibration as well as media preparation and biohazard disposal.
• Evaluate, develop, implement, and maintain microbiological testing procedures and programs; secure all appropriate documentation and/or follow-up as required; maintain internal control protocols by record keeping, troubleshooting, and escalation of known issues.

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in microbiology or a related field.
• A minimum of five (2) years of relevant experience in commercial laboratories, Food or FMCG Company
• Thorough knowledge of the ISO/IEC 17025 standard and good knowledge of microbiology testing.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

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Minimum Qualification & Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree/HND Business Administration or other relevant field.

Competencies & Skills

• Minimum two years’ experience working in an office environment.
• Basic understanding of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Knowledge of Flex JD Edwards for procurement/invoicing.
• Be organized.
• Basic office applications, such as word processing and spread sheets etc.
• Ability to work under pressure within time limits by determining priorities and organizing work accordingly.
• High level of attention to detail
• Sound knowledge and experience in procedures specifically related to sample receipt, inventory, and storage Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Able to prioritize and multi-task, strong organizational skills.
• Flexible to accommodate changing priorities.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• To carry out administrative duties to the Laboratory Service Division.
• Create Customer Quotations.
• To be responsible for invoicing and account of customers.
• To order replacement of consumables as and when necessary.
• Maintaining and controlling Laboratories documents/Archiving.
• Coordinate subcontracting, internal or external (where applicable).
• Scheduling and Meeting Management
• Attend meetings and take accurate and concise minutes.
• Distribute meeting minutes to relevant parties.

Performance Measures (KPI’s)

• Must reach growth targets as agreed with N+1.
• Presentation of meeting reports within precisely specified period or 24hrs Max in generic cases
• Manage and update Contact base.
• Build and maintain good stakeholders’ relationships.
• Accurate and timely reporting of business development and sales activities.
• Planning and scheduling of client visits and follow-up meetings
• Embrace BV Core & Business values.

Key Behaviors/Competencies And Skills

• Must be result-oriented.
• Able to deliver work using MO365.
• Ability to deal with difficult tasks.
• Strong communication skills.
• Very good listening skills.
• A Team player and easy to get along with.
• Must demonstrate initiative, integrity and exercise confidentiality.