QC Microbiologist (Personal Care Product Manufacturing, West Region) - Bukit Batok

Responsibilities:

• Developed SOPs, WKIs, STMs, and related forms for microbiological testing.
• Performed microbiological sampling and testing on compressed air, purified water, raw materials, packaging, in-process bulk, and finished goods.
• Conducted MLT, MFT, Gram staining, microscopy, and microbial identification per international standards.
• Carried out stability and Antimicrobial Efficacy Testing (AET) for existing and new products.
• Performed environmental monitoring (air/swab), data trending, analysis, and reporting.
• Maintained ATCC reference live cultures.
• Conducted Growth Promotion Tests (GPT) and Sterility Tests.
• Coordinated outsourced testing with third-party laboratories.
• Ensured timely release of microbiological test results.
• Participated in validation activities for systems, sterilizers, and lab equipment, including protocol preparation and execution.
• Supported cleaning validation, campaign verification, new product introduction, and CI projects.
• Managed equipment calibration, verification, and maintenance.
• Maintained adequate inventory of chemicals, media, parts, and lab consumables.
• Ensured compliance with GLP, GMP, EHS, and company policies.
• Maintained audit readiness at all times.
• Presented monthly microbiological trends and results to management.
• Trained and guided junior analysts.
• Performed other duties as assigned by the QC Manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience in microbiological testing within cosmetics, food, nutrition, personal care, medical, medical devices, or pharmaceutical QC labs.
• Solid understanding of GLP and GMP standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Advantageous to have experience with Halal, ISO 17025, ISO 22716, and LIMS systems.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Able to work systematically and perform well under pressure.
• Mature, proactive, detail-oriented, organized, analytical, and quality-focused.
• Meticulous and able to complete tasks promptly.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively.

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HOW TO APPLY :

Interested candidates, please submit your resume by clicking on “Quick Apply” or contact win@hkmsvs.com for more details.

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Wee Wai Dan

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