Role Summary :
Hammoudeh Food Industries is looking for a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with an academic background in Microbiology to perform laboratory tests on raw milk, dairy products, and finished products, ensuring compliance with quality standards, food safety requirements, and established laboratory procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct physical, chemical, microbiological, and sensory tests on milk and dairy product samples at various production stages, from raw milk to finished products.
- Perform weekly shelf-life testing for different products.
- Inspect and test products during the incubation period and document the results in the relevant reports.
- Prepare solutions and reagents required for laboratory testing.
- Prepare and sterilize laboratory tools and equipment, ensuring they are clean and in proper working condition.
- Maintain the cleanliness and safety of laboratory equipment, tools, and work surfaces.
- Accurately record and document all test results in the relevant reports and the Lab Management System.
- Ensure proper storage conditions for laboratory materials and testing supplies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within the food industry.
- Knowledge of microbiological testing methods, laboratory procedures, and food safety principles.
- Preferably, previous experience in a food or dairy laboratory.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording and analyzing results.
- Good documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and follow established laboratory procedures.
