A Microbiologist studies microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and parasites. Collects samples and grows cultures; isolates and classifies microorganisms and studies their structure, growth and development; monitors the effect of microorganisms on other organisms and the environment.
1. Duties and responsibilities 1.1 Microbiology consulting: § Issue recommendations on the microbiological and physico-chemical analysis to be performed on different products (food, natural, cosmetic...): microorganisms to be tested, selection of the method of analysis, sampling plan and results interpretation. § Sampling and collection of products and surfaces for microbiological analysis § Design Shelf-life study § Implement an in-house laboratory (microbiological and biochemical analysis/ pesticides, allergens and mycotoxins)) § Development of challenge test protocol § Investigation of microbiological contamination § Development and implementation of a corrective action plan in the event of a contaminated product 1.2 Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Consulting:
§ Assist in the development, validation, verification, implementation and maintenance of SQF Systems as a registered SQF consultant by SQFI. § Identify and assess potential food safety hazards (biological, chemical (including allergens), and physical) and quality defects at all links in the food supply chain. § Assess the effectiveness of methodologies for controlling food safety hazards and quality defects identified. § Develop, document and maintain procedures for the control of food safety and quality risks in relation to regulatory and market requirements. § Validate critical control points (cooking, reheating, hot holding, cooling, high pressure treatment, heat treatment, regulated additive concentrations…) § Identify food safety and quality objectives § In addition to SQF, work with other GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) standards like BRC and
FSSC 22 000.
§ Collaborate with management and employees to create a food safety culture awareness and accountability. 1.3 Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Audits:
§ Work directly with clients to plan, lead and organize desk or on-site Food Safety Management System (FSMS)• audits•. •FSMS audits: HACCP; SQF; BRC;
FSSC 22 000.
•Audits can be internal (first), second- or third-party audits. § Prepare and send to the auditee an audit plan using appropriate documents and forms before the audit § Conduct opening meetings, explaining the broad objectives, the scope, audit process and establishing audit plan. § Conduct audits, seeking conformity to applicable standard; by interviewing relevant personnel, making observations and inspections and sampling records. § Complete audit reports using provided checklists. § Summarize audit findings and communicate them effectively to the client (closing meeting). § Assess corrections, corrective action/plans and corresponding evidence. § Conduct audit follow-up and non-conformities (NC) closure. 1.4
Microbiology and Food Safety Training:
§ Develop and provide microbiology and food safety trainings. § Aid course attendees in understanding the application of the knowledge to their own operations, products and processes. § Adapt presentation of course content to suit the needs of participants. § Appraise participant knowledge to determine learning needs. § Facilitate participant learning using a variety of adult teaching methods. § Demonstrate appropriate and effective communication with course attendees. 2. Required education & work experience: § Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related Sciences required. § Minimum 10 years food safety consulting & auditing in different food sector categories, microbiology and training experience. § Must be SQF certified. § Qualified in HACCP and GFSI (SQF; BRC;
FSSC 22 000
) § Have effective communication techniques 3.
Travel:
§ Must be willing to travel up to 85% of the time and work virtually. § Valid driver's license. § Geographic scope: Florida 4. Our mission § Assisting industries cope with real and potential microbiological contamination problems. § Our team of expert microbiologists offers its experience and know-how to help the industry integrate the principles of safety and quality in their operational processes. § Our strength is our specialized service offering that provides a scientific approach based on our expertise in the field of microbiology. If you are passionate about food safety and have the qualifications listed above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
