Tomi’s Treats Limited Job Vacancy : Microbiologist

Tomi’s Treats Limited – A Pioneer in the Afro-Caribbean Organic Baby Food Market. Tomis Treats is a 100% organic baby food company providing fruit purees to children. Our products are packaged in colorful squeezy pouches with child safety baby caps and are sold in leading supermarkets in Nigeria and Ghana.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Microbiologist

Location: Lagos

Job Description

We are looking for a Microbiologist to join their Lagos Office. The Microbiologists will be working with manager to organize shifts and task schedule in accordance with the business needs.

Responsibilities

Performs testing using appropriate laboratory equipment and facility
Lead their assigned line of testing (in rotation) for investigations, continuous improvement, training and troubleshooting requirements
Participates in any required laboratory investigations including Sterility Assurance function when required
Follow Good Laboratory Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices in addition to other appropriate regulatory requirements as directed by the management
Supports and encourages continuous improvements in the laboratories through collaboration with peers
Provides support for the supervisor and managers in any reasonable requests relating to the laboratory functions.
Keeping up-to-date with scientific and research developments; ensuring that data is recorded accurately in accordance to guidelines
To support the Quality team in the preparation for and performance of all third party inspections and audits as appropriate
To carry out regular microbial monitoring of all clean room facilities and water systems, to analyze the results and recommend corrective action where appropriate

The role will include:

Microbial analysis of production environment
Microbiological monitoring and sterility testing
Keeping accurate and detailed records

Qualifications and Experience

B.Sc or equivalent in Microbiology or Science related disciplines
Minimum 3 years post qualification experience as a Microbiologist in a production or similar regulatory industry
Experience within a Production / microbiology laboratory.
Experience of Microbiological testing
Key Competencies Required;
High Attention to Detail Pro-active approach to Work
High Standards Flexible
Excellent Communication Skills Influencing Skills (Written & Oral).
Team Player
High level of Numeracy Highly Computer Literate
Planner & Organiser Bright