Lab Analyst

Duration: 6 Months (Temp Contract)Position: Lab Analyst - MicrobiologyMain Purpose of JobResponsible for microbiological and pathogen analyses reading and recording of results on worksheets and reporting to supervisor.Responsible for performing ICPs (Daily Weekly and Monthly) and report any deviation to supervisor.Ensure compliance to 5S practices within the lab.Main ResponsibilitésMedia Préparation:Responsible for media preparation as per Laboratory Instructions/Internal Standard Operating procedures.Responsible for maintaining the minimum stock level of prepared media and chemicals with the right identification on each and appropriate storage.Responsible for maintaining the media stock record updating when a bottle is transferred from stock count to operational count.Responsible for performing the Internal Control Plan as per the described schedule of the concerned area.General Micro Lab and Pathogen Lab:Responsible for general microbiology or salmonella analysis as per Laboratory Instructions/Official Methods/other proceduresResponsible for counting/reading of results and correctly filling the worksheets during analysis and reporting the results to the supervisor.Responsible for preparing the samples for retention with proper identification of analysis and disposal date.Responsible for performing the Internal Control Plan as per the described schedule of the concerned area.Sample Registration:Responsible for sample registration as per Internal Standard Operating Procedures along with the preparation of worksheet for the samples to be tested and arranging the samples in a sequential manner.Responsible for sample registration using SAP as per Internal Standard Operating Procedures within the defined time-linePrior to sample registration all samples received in NQAC Dubai for analysis shall be checked in compliance with the requirementsOn-time hand over of registered samples to analysts by generating LV QC batch accurate labelling and identifying samples with correct sample IDs arranging the samples in a sequential manner and creation of Inspection Lots for non-GLOBE customers and internal samplesAcknowledgment and health check of all registered samples within the dayResponsible to liaise and resolve issues with customers concerning matters related to samples and analysis request forms or WPR in alignment with the supervisorsResponsive to the customers through email communication in a courteous and professional manner with full and clear details or explanation on the next action to be followedResponsible for ensuring all visitors understand the Safety and Hygiene Basic Information after logging-inSend any samples or items to other NQACs or laboratories through courier companyNote: The responsibilities outlined within the above areas will be managed by the employee depending upon the rotation on area responsibilitySafety:Must be trained in laboratory safety and must be familiar with the contents of the safety manual.Must be aware of the risks involved with each activity and take measures to minimize risksMust report any health problems that might interfere with their work or the smooth running of the laboratory.Is responsible for taking care of themselves and their co-workers for following S&H rules and procedures and for highlighting and addressing new risks as they are identifiedDimensions / KPIsGeneral Microbiology and Pathogen Analysis-Turn Around Time within 2.3 days as per NQAC KPI.Proficiency tests in field of competence to achieve an excellent rating which will be reflected when all the analytical results are within the satisfactory range as declared by LGC/Nestle Research Centre.To achieve a Satisfactory Customer service feedback based on the survey by all Factory Quality Assurance Managers the key factors of response will be Turn Around Time response time and quality of feedback.Respect Safety which will be measured as per Recordable Injuries and Behaviour Based Observations.Sample registration on-time.Inventory Custodian:Responsible for performing monthly Inventory of Stocks (Media/Chemicals/Disposables/Labware) by the end of the month and update the lists maximum on the 3rd day of the month including any Stocks in ALERT Level Minimum Stock Level and expired/close to expiry items with follow through till receiptEnsure that the correct labels (Hold/Release) have been put on each bottle.Initiate media performance check at receipt of a new batch of media.Performing volume validation and leak test for every lot received of Disposable Pipettes and leak test for every lot received of Nalgene liners before releasing for useAdditional ResponsibilitiesInform superior of any deviation observed on analytical results and issues related to laboratory activities (safety organization etc.)Actively participate in the DOR raise concerns and put forth ideas for the improvement of the operations which could lead to an increase in the efficiency of the lab.Strictly adhere to the principles of GLP and lab safety at al