Location
durban
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 11, 2026
Job Description
Operations Job Purpose
To conduct microbiological sampling and analysis throughout the production process.
Key Accountabilities and Outputs Aseptic Sampling Treated water, ingredients, final syrups and final products Swabs Air plates Analysis Treated water, ingredients, final syrups and final products Swabs Air Product Shelf Life Analysis Performs secondary confirmation tests Incubation of analysed samples Sub culturing of live bacteria cultures Interpretation of results Recording of results Generates trends for micro results Raises any out of spec result with QA Supervisor Issues isolation/release instructions to the DC in consultation with Quality Manager Reports any faulty equipment to QC Supervisor Raises any emerging trends that might have potential food safety risks Troubleshooting/ investigations on ingredients, environmental or processing risk related issues Enforces Good Lab Practices Enforces Food Safety Requirements Adherence to Standards: Ensure strict adherence to...