To conduct routine microbiological testing of raw materials, process samples, water, environmental samples and finished products, ensuring compliance with established microbiological standards, food safety requirements and internal quality specifications.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

- Perform routine microbiological testing of Raw Materials, In-Process Samples, Finished Products and Water as per approved methods and specifications.
- Conduct basic microbiological tests such as:
- Total Plate Count (TPC)
- Coliform Count
- E. coli
- Yeast & Mould
- Other relevant microbiological tests as per product requirements.
- Perform sample preparation, dilution, media preparation, plating, incubation and colony counting accurately.
- Carry out environmental monitoring including swab tests, surface hygiene checks and other microbiological monitoring activities.
- Conduct microbiological testing of process water / drinking water as per applicable standards and internal requirements.
- Maintain proper laboratory records, test reports, worksheets and microbiological analysis results.
- Ensure proper identification, handling, storage and disposal of microbiological samples and cultures.
- Monitor and maintain Microbiology Laboratory hygiene, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).




- Ensure proper cleaning, sanitization and sterilization of microbiological equipment, glassware and work areas.
- Maintain and monitor incubators, autoclaves, weighing balances, microscopes and other laboratory equipment.
- Support media preparation, media sterility checks and growth promotion testing as applicable.
- Immediately report any microbiological deviations, out-of-specification results or abnormal observations to the Quality Manager / QA Head.

Required Skills
- Practical knowledge of basic microbiological testing methods.
- Hands-on experience in TPC, Coliform, E. coli, Yeast & Mould testing.
- Knowledge of serial dilution, plating techniques and colony counting.
- Basic knowledge of media preparation and sterilization.
- Knowledge of GMP, GLP, hygiene and food safety practices.

Experience Minimum 2–3 Years of relevant experience in Food, Beverage, Dairy, FMCG or Food Processing Industry.

Qualification

B.Sc./M.Sc. Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Microbiology or equivalent qualification.

Pay: From ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Adaptable schedule
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Microbiologist (Dindigul)
🏢 VSA FOODS u0026 BEVERAGES
📍 Dindigul