Responsibilities:
- Conduct sampling and perform routine/non-routine microbial & chemical analyses such as purified water, raw materials, bulk products, finished products, and stability samples in accordance with approved procedures.
- Prepare laboratory reagents, microbiological culture media, media agar plates, sterilization of apparatus, and decontamination of microbiological waste.
- Carry out environmental monitoring activities (viable and non-viable airborne particulate contamination monitoring and microbial swab test).
- Assist in Microbial Limit Test (MLT), Antimicrobial Efficacy Testing (AET), Growth Promotion Test (GPT), Gram staining, microscopy, and microbe identification testing in accordance with established international standards.
- Assist in purified water system performance verification, production cleaning, sanitization validation, new product introduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Document all results in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) requirements.
- Participate in out-of-specification and deviation investigations and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintains a high level of good housekeeping including ensuring all glassware, apparatus, and testing equipment are cleaned promptly once the analysis is complete.
- Participate in internal assessment and audit as required.
- Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements:
- Diploma in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in cosmetics, food, nutritional personal care, medical devices, or pharmaceutical quality control laboratory.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices or Good Laboratory Practices.
- Candidates with exposure to Halal, ISO 17025, or ISO 22716 will be an added advantage.
- Fluent in both oral and written English.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Systematic and able to work under pressure.
- Mature, proactive, attention to detail, well organized, analytical thinking, and quality minded.
- Meticulous and able to follow through with tasks promptly.
- Able to work independently as well as in a team.
