Under the general direction of the QC Supervisor, the position is responsible for managing American Fruits and Flavors Ireland (AFFI) microbiology related testing, enquires, concerns, and projects to completion. The position will interface with external and internal clients, providing both a general microbiology information resource as a subject matter expert (SME), as well as guidance, when needed. This individual must be comfortable working in a food manufacturing environment and maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with vendors, customers, co-workers, and any direct reports, while achieving departmental and company goals.

1. Execute standard microbiological techniques such as sampling, transfers, streaks, dilutions, blending and others.
2. Use various plating and sampling devices such as filter membranes, Petrifilm, RODAC, sterile swabs, micro-pipettes, pipettes and others.
3. Execute standard microbiological testing protocols (FDA-BAM, AOAC, Compendium, FSIS, USP, and others as needed) and interpret the results.
4. Provide support and guidance in internal inspections, audits and risk assessments as it pertains to microbiology.

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a focus in microbiology, or a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology degree.
2. At least three years’ experience with food microbiology.
3. A strong understanding of GLPs, GDPs, and GMPs.
4. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
5. Strong team player with the ability to work on own initiative.