Trainee - Microbiologist

**Purpose of Position**
- To carry out the Microbiological sampling and analysis of water, food and environmental samples as per the relevant national & international standards / method validations / SOPs and lab accreditation scope.
- The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Quality Assurance System, including the BV Code of Ethics, the BV Group policy, NABL, BIS, and EIC and other applicable guidelines.

**Major Responsibilities**
- Perform the microbiological sampling and sample collection across the India.
- To carry out the microbiological analysis after getting trained.
- To carry out the assigned day to day tasks such as sampling and analysis as per the work plan
- To assist the microbiologists in day to day work.
- Compile sampling data / chain of custody forms and submit the same to the customer support team t for samples booking.
- Timely updating all relevant technical records, registers, log books and raw data sheets..
- To preserve/protect the samples integrity.
- To maintain the calibration, CRMs, media, critical consumables, and equipment etc as per the requirements and updating the status time to time
- Contribution towards maintaining the housekeeping, hygiene and safety in microbiology laboratory.
- Strict adherence to the procedures of microbiology laboratory cleaning and waste disposal practices
- Perform the day to day activities as directed by HOD/microbiologists.

**Roles & Responsibilities for HSE**
- Must comply the BV Cardinal Safety Rules in all situations.
- To comply company HSE requirements e.g. policies, Procedures, guidelines etc. and local legal requirements on HSE as applicable
- To take care of own health and safety as well as colleagues and others.
- Immediate reporting of any shortcomings on HSE i.e. any incident, unsafe work practices / conditions to his/her immediate Line Managers.
- Sharing opportunities for improvement on HSE aspects.

**Criteria for Performance Evaluation (KPIs)**
- Through understanding of Microbiology laboratory technical procedures covering the entire scope of sampling, testing and develop practical skills.
- Shall be punctual and shall ensure the sampling within agreed time lines.
- Follow HSE norms and good housekeeping in working area
- Maintain the sampling records/logbooks as per quality systems guidelines
- Attend all the outside sampling jobs with strict adherence to the procedures
- Maintain good human relationship with the colleagues and external agencies
- One improvement / suggestion per month for the cost saving and improve productivity
- Storage of samples & chemicals - 100% traceability.

**Qualification, Experience & Technical Knowledge**
- Min 1 - 3 Years of experience in Food Microbiological Analysis
- Must have working experience in NABL accredited lab.

**Skills & Qualities**:

- Good Communication Skill
- Should have a Pleasing Personality
- Hard Working
- Proactive