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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Junior Microbiology Laboratory Analyst

Regulatory & Quality (Life Sciences)Posted on Nov 11
Full-timeGuayaquil, EcuadorNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed technical degree in Food Engineering, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry and Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Agroindustrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 1 year of experience conducting traditional microbiological analyses and/or rapid methods such as Petrifilm across food, flour/feed, raw material, water, surface, and environmental matrices.
  • Experience with detection and quantification methodologies.
  • Direct or indirect participation in internal or external audits.
  • Knowledge of analytical method validation.
  • Knowledge of microbiological testing methodologies including BAM, ISO, FDA, APHA, and AOAC.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Submit an updated résumé and academic and employment certificates.

Responsibilities

  • Perform microbiology analyses according to applicable procedures, methods, and standards.
  • Interpret results, prepare reports of analyses, and deliver them according to procedures.
  • Perform the necessary controls during testing.
  • Contribute operationally to keeping the quality management system up to date in preparation for an audit.
  • Coordinate and prepare culture media for analyses.
  • Participate in updating or developing methodologies, including performing methods, recording results, processing data, and preparing procedures and protocols as requested.
  • Operate and maintain equipment and supplies related to the role, ensure they function optimally, and report defects or replacement needs; perform preventive and corrective maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of NTE INEN-ISO/IEC 17025:2018.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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