Lab Analyst

Duration: 6 Months (Temp Contract)

Position: Lab Analyst - Microbiology

Main Purpose of Job

• Responsible for microbiological and pathogen analyses reading and recording of results on worksheets and reporting to supervisor.
• Responsible for performing ICPs (Daily Weekly and Monthly) and report any deviation to supervisor.
• Ensure compliance to 5S practices within the lab.

Main Responsibilités

Media Préparation:

• Responsible for media preparation as per Laboratory Instructions/Internal Standard Operating procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining the minimum stock level of prepared media and chemicals with the right identification on each and appropriate storage.
• Responsible for maintaining the media stock record updating when a bottle is transferred from stock count to operational count.
• Responsible for performing the Internal Control Plan as per the described schedule of the concerned area.

General Micro Lab and Pathogen Lab:

• Responsible for general microbiology or salmonella analysis as per Laboratory Instructions/Official Methods/other procedures
• Responsible for counting/reading of results and correctly filling the worksheets during analysis and reporting the results to the supervisor.
• Responsible for preparing the samples for retention with proper identification of analysis and disposal date.
• Responsible for performing the Internal Control Plan as per the described schedule of the concerned area.

Sample Registration:

• Responsible for sample registration as per Internal Standard Operating Procedures along with the preparation of worksheet for the samples to be tested and arranging the samples in a sequential manner.
• Responsible for sample registration using SAP as per Internal Standard Operating Procedures within the defined time-line
• Prior to sample registration all samples received in NQAC Dubai for analysis shall be checked in compliance with the requirements
• On-time hand over of registered samples to analysts by generating LV QC batch accurate labelling and identifying samples with correct sample IDs arranging the samples in a sequential manner and creation of Inspection Lots for non-GLOBE customers and internal samples
• Acknowledgment and health check of all registered samples within the day
• Responsible to liaise and resolve issues with customers concerning matters related to samples and analysis request forms or WPR in alignment with the supervisors
• Responsive to the customers through email communication in a courteous and professional manner with full and clear details or explanation on the next action to be followed
• Responsible for ensuring all visitors understand the Safety and Hygiene Basic Information after logging-in
• Send any samples or items to other NQACs or laboratories through courier company

Note: The responsibilities outlined within the above areas will be managed by the employee depending upon the rotation on area responsibility

Safety:

• Must be trained in laboratory safety and must be familiar with the contents of the safety manual.
• Must be aware of the risks involved with each activity and take measures to minimize risks
• Must report any health problems that might interfere with their work or the smooth running of the laboratory.
• Is responsible for taking care of themselves and their co-workers for following S&H rules and procedures and for highlighting and addressing new risks as they are identified

Dimensions / KPIs

• General Microbiology and Pathogen Analysis-Turn Around Time within 2.3 days as per NQAC KPI.
• Proficiency tests in field of competence to achieve an excellent rating which will be reflected when all the analytical results are within the satisfactory range as declared by LGC/Nestle Research Centre.
• To achieve a Satisfactory Customer service feedback based on the survey by all Factory Quality Assurance Managers the key factors of response will be Turn Around Time response time and quality of feedback.
• Respect Safety which will be measured as per Recordable Injuries and Behaviour Based Observations.
• Sample registration on-time.

Inventory Custodian:

• Responsible for performing monthly Inventory of Stocks (Media/Chemicals/Disposables/Labware) by the end of the month and update the lists maximum on the 3rd day of the month including any Stocks in ALERT Level Minimum Stock Level and expired/close to expiry items with follow through till receipt
• Ensure that the correct labels (Hold/Release) have been put on each bottle.
• Initiate media performance check at receipt of a new batch of media.
• Performing volume validation and leak test for every lot received of Disposable Pipettes and leak test for every lot received of Nalgene liners before releasing for use

Additional Responsibilities

• Inform superior of any deviation observed on analytical results and issues related to laboratory activities (safety organization etc.)
• Actively participate in the DOR raise concerns and put forth ideas for the improvement of the operations which could lead to an increase in the efficiency of the lab.
• Strictly adhere to the principles of GLP and lab safety at all times including the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipments (PPEs) as per instructions and trainings.
• Apply the principles of 5S and clean as you go at all times in the lab.
• Participate in P test as per the schedule and obtain analytical results within the satisfactory range of Z score.

Key Competencies / Skills

• Basic laboratory skill and knowledge.
• Awareness on Basic NCE Goal Alignment and Nestlé Leadership Framework.
• Able to work in flexible hours according to the needs of the department.
• Good attitude to work with flexibility within a team.
• Well motivated and innovative.
• Good Communication Skills

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification-Degree in Microbiology or related science background.
• 1-2 years work experience in relevant field of testing if practical.
• Good understanding / communication in English.

Impartiality & Confidentiality

• Responsible for the impartiality of its laboratory activities and is not influenced under commercial financial or other pressures to compromise impartiality
• Maintains Confidentiality of all information obtained or created during the performance of laboratory activities.