Quality Assurance Technician - Microbiology

About the Role

Ultimum Limited, a leading alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage manufacturing subsidiary of Union Camerounaise de Brasseries, is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician - Microbiology to join our expanding team in Nigeria. We are committed to delivering exceptional products and maintaining rigorous food safety standards that delight our customers.

• Perform routine aseptic sampling and microbiological testing of raw materials, process water, syrup, and finished products.
• Conduct environmental monitoring, including surface swabs, air sampling, and personnel hygiene checks.
• Verify Clean-in-Place (CIP) effectiveness through ATP bioluminescence and microbiological swabbing.
• Prepare, sterilize, and store culture media, reagents, and laboratory consumables using strict aseptic techniques.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, and microscopes.
• Identify, report, and escalate microbiological deviations promptly to support root cause investigations.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, NAFDAC, and SON regulatory standards.

• HND or B.Sc. in Microbiology, Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant laboratory experience within the FMCG or beverage manufacturing industry.
• Strong working knowledge of aseptic techniques, culture media preparation, and standard microbiological testing.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems, HACCP, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent analytical skills, high attention to detail, and proficiency in basic computer applications.

• Competitive salary package and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development within a rapidly expanding multinational company.

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