Quality Control – Microbiologist (Entry-Level)

Job Title :

Quality Control – Microbiologist (Entry-Level)

Department :

Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Location : Ahmedabad

Job Type :

Full-Time | Entry-Level

Job Summary :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Entry-Level Microbiologist to join our Quality Control team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting microbiological testing to ensure that all raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet internal and regulatory safety standards. This role is essential in supporting compliance with food safety systems such as FSSC 22000, HACCP, and GMP .

Key Responsibilities :

• Microbiological Testing :
• Perform routine tests including Total Viable Count (TVC), Yeast & Mold, Coliform, E. coli, and Salmonella on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Environmental Monitoring :
• Conduct swab tests on equipment, surfaces, and personnel to verify compliance with hygiene standards.
• Laboratory Operations :
• Prepare and sterilize culture media, reagents, and lab consumables.
• Maintain aseptic technique while handling cultures.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain lab equipment such as incubators and autoclaves.
• Documentation & Reporting :
• Accurately record all microbiological results, observations, and test procedures.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for microbial parameters of finished products.
• Maintain internal logs for audits and traceability.
• Food Safety & Compliance :
• Conduct regular hygiene audits and report non-conformities in line with GMP standards.
• Coordinate with production and sanitation teams to ensure plant-wide hygiene compliance.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions and root cause analysis following contamination incidents.
• Training & Support :
• Educate production staff on hygiene practices and food safety protocols.
• Support the QA Manager during internal and external audits (FSSAI, FSSC, BRC, Export).

Qualifications :

Reporting To :

Quality Assurance Manager