Job Title:  Microbiology Analyst

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #166853 - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato, Mexico

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Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

Position Summary:

Perform and document routine microbiological analyses to support the microbiological control program. Support the plant in the implementation and monitoring of the corporate "Microbiological Control - QS023" standard.

Responsibilities/Activities: 

• Perform microbiological analyses of product samples.
• Participate in various failure investigations when results are within alert limits.
• Collect and perform data analysis.
• Apply and implement the methodology, as well as perform data interpretation.
• Maintain a quality system in the laboratory.
• Properly and safely destroy infectious biological waste generated by microbiological analyses, as well as send it to the plant's hazardous waste containment area.
• Supervise an external vendor in the installation qualification, operational qualification, and performance qualification of all laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Maintain clear and organized records of laboratory analyses and controls.
• Provide training courses on microware, good manufacturing practices, cleaning, and sanitation.
• Know and apply the quality standards of the Colgate Quality System and the Factory Performance and Reliability standards, according to the responsibility matrix and developed implementation plans.

Skills and Qualities:

• Pharmaceutical Chemist, Biologist, Biotechnology/Biology Engineer, or related fields.
• 1-3 years in similar operations.
• General microbiological analysis.
• Good manufacturing practices.
• Proficiency in Google Docs/Office and PC.
• Verification of laboratory equipment.
• English Intermediate / Advanced. 

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