KEY TASKS:

1. Performs microbial testing of raw materials, packaging materials, intermediate, bulk, finished
   product, lab trial and stability samples using current
   pharmacopoeias and established procedures. Ensures all analysis is completed, reviewed and
   approved within agreed turn around times.
2. Performs routine environmental monitoring; air
   sampling, bio-trace swabbing of machinery and
   equipment, swabbing of personnel as necessary.
3. Performs other duties which may be assigned by
   Quality Manager, for which training and/or an
   explanation has been provided and understood.

   3.1 Finished Product inspection
   3.2 Returned Goods inspection
   3.3 cGMP audit
   3.4 Validation activities
   3.5 Quality Control Processes (Raw Material, In- Process, Packaging, Finished Goods)
   3.6 In-line Inspection

4. Performs routine testing on water purification
system in line with company and regulatory
specifications. Trends associated data.

5. Performs microbial identification to ensure
compliance with procedure and regulatory
requirements.

6. Organizes and maintains standard procedures and
microbial test records in an organized system for
easy retrieval.

7. Maintains and coordinates calibration of measuring
equipment in the area of assignment.

8. Ensures that procedures are carried out carefully, accurately, and complying with Good Laboratory
Practices (GLP) and Good Microbiological
Practices to eliminate errors.

9. Ensures that Good Manufacturing practices (GMP)
are being implemented in production line and in
the plant premises at all times.

10. Performs quality control on incoming media and
maintains inventory of reagents. Ensures lab is
supplied with consumables. Prepares request for
purchase.

Education & Training:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy

Work Experience Requirements:

• At least one (1) year relevant experience of micro analysis and
  operation experience in a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or biotech
  environment.

Skill/Knowledge & Other Requirements:

• Have an understanding of techniques used in microanalysis.
• Has knowledge in Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing
  Practices.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good in oral and written communication.
• Have initiative, high attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task.