Microbiology Specialist Senior

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with kindness, humility, and a spirit of adventure, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn from our 79 production sites worldwide, known for their best-in-class processes and procedures. There’s many to learn from, with high-performing leaders and caring colleagues to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your energy, your personality, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

As a Microbiology Specialist Senior you will:

- Perform microbiological analysis of raw materials, finished products, and environmental monitoring samples according to established procedures and GLP requirements.
- Maintain ISO 17025 compliance within the microbiology laboratory, including documentation, audits, CAPA management, and equipment qualification/calibration.
- Lead investigations of analytical deviations, trend analysis, and risk assessments using quality tools such as PDCA, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa.
- Support and complete cleaning validation activities, including protocol preparation, reporting, and technical assessments.
- Train and guide team members, develop SOPs, and support continuous improvement projects and microbiology projects.
- Manage laboratory consumables, reagents, and KPIs while ensuring environmental and equipment control.
- Participate in internal and external audits and act as a member of the Food Safety Team (ESA).

Skills

- Knowledge of microbiological analysis, GLP, ISO 17025, and quality investigation tools.
- Experience in trend analysis (OOS/OOT), risk assessment, continuous improvement projects, and audit participation.
- Familiarity with SAP, KPI management, statistics, and Microsoft Office.
- Advanced English; Spanish desirable.
- Strong communication, teamwork, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, Food Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in microbiology laboratories, including leadership responsibilities.
- Experience as an ISO 17025 internal auditor; lead auditor qualification is desirable.
- Specialization or postgraduate studies in Microbiology or related areas.
- Experience in investigations, trend analysis, and quality management tools.

This is an 100% on site position, at our Jaguaré site, reporting to the Quality Control Coordinator.

Our Benefits:

- Medical and Dental plan for you and your dependents;
- Private Pension Plan
- Life Insurance
- On-site restaurant
- Free Parking or Charter or Transportation Voucher
- GymPass
- Daycare Assistance (for women with children up to 5 years and 11 months)
- Pharmacy Assistance (medicine paid through payroll)
- Employee Assistance Program - specialized assistance and guidance in legal, psychological, financial, and social matters - 100% Confidential.

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

Everyone — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, culture, religion, or any personal circumstances — is warmly welcomed at Givaudan, a place where we all love to be and grow.

Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.