Lab Analyst - Microbiology - Alcoholic beverage

A leading company in the alcoholic beverage industry is seeking a Lab Analyst – Microbiology to join their Quality Control team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing microbiological analysis of raw materials, water, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements. The role involves maintaining accurate laboratory records, following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and supporting the implementation of effective quality and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities:

1. Collect and handle samples aseptically according to approved plans; maintain sample identification, traceability, storage conditions and testing timelines.

2. Perform microbial counts, yeast and mold enumeration, coliform/E. coli and beverage spoilage testing as

specified by approved methods and product risk assessments.

3. Prepare media, diluents and reagents; document preparation, expiry, sterility and growth-promotion checks, with

appropriate test controls.

4. Execute environmental and hygiene monitoring of equipment, food-contact surfaces, personnel and production

areas; trend results and flag adverse patterns.

5. Sample process water and CIP/rinse water; support cleaning and sanitation verification. Perform ATP checks

where included in the approved hygiene program.

6. Conduct assigned GMP inspections, do