Microbiologist

About Tanmiah Foods Company

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise microbiological testing of raw materials, feed, finished products, water samples, and environmental swabs to ensure product safety and quality.
• Isolate, identify, and enumerate microorganisms, including Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and indicator organisms, using culture-based methods, PCR, molecular detection systems, and Vitek 2.
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory test results while maintaining compliance with ISO 17025, GLP, HACCP, GMP, and internal food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through regular calibration, validation, and maintenance, and ensure accurate documentation, SOPs, and readiness for internal audits and external inspections.
• Support the development, validation, and improvement of microbiological testing methods and laboratory procedures in line with industry standards and best practices.
• Investigate microbiological deviations, contamination incidents, and out-of-specification (OOS) results, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to minimize food safety risks.
• Monitor microbiological trends, prepare laboratory reports, and collaborate with Quality Assurance and Production teams to support risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
• Support HACCP implementation and critical control point monitoring, while contributing to contamination reduction, shelf-life improvement, and process optimization initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or Biological Sciences.
• 2-5 years of experience in food, poultry, or FMCG microbiology.
• Technical skills: food microbiology, pathogen testing, microbial isolation and identification, PCR, and laboratory equipment handling, including Vitek.
• Knowledge: ISO 17025, HACCP, GMP, and GLP.
• Experience in ISO 17025-accredited laboratories is preferred.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Workplace Location: Al Majmaa'h, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Working Hours: 48 hours per week

Key Benefits

• Professional Development
• Hands-on Laboratory Experience
• Opportunities to Enhance Technical Skills
• Exposure to Food Safety and Quality Standards
• Collaborative Work Environment