Microbiology Jobs at Danone
Danone is hiring a Senior Microbiology Analyst to join its Quality and Food Safety team at its state-of-the-art laboratory in Mangere, Auckland. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site role. The candidate selected for the Microbiology Jobs at Danone plays a critical part in ensuring microbiological testing accuracy and supporting product release while maintaining the highest quality and food safety standards.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Senior Microbiology Analyst
- Department: Quality & Food Safety
- Location: Auckland, New Zealand
- Work Type: On-site
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
- Working Schedule: Sunday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
About the Company:
Danone is a global leader in food and nutrition, operating in over 55 countries and selling products in more than 120 markets worldwide. Guided by its vision “One Planet. One Health,” Danone focuses on healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices. Danone ANZ specializes in dairy and specialized nutrition products and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work in Australia and New Zealand multiple times.
Educational Requirements for the Microbiology Analyst Role:
- Minimum Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Microbiology, Food Science, or equivalent
- Tertiary qualification with a major in Microbiology
- Extensive experience (minimum 5 years) in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
Key Responsibilities:
- As a Microbiology Analyst, you should lead microbiology and pathogen test scheduling and execution
- Perform food and environmental microbiological testing
- Ensure accurate, traceable, and timely test results in the Microbiology Jobs at Danone.
- Adhere to ISO 17025, MPI RLP, and corporate standards
- Lead microbiological method verification and validation in the Microbiology Jobs.
- Conduct technical risk assessments and complete CAPA activities
- Perform environmental and facility swabbing
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
Skills Required for the Microbiology Analyst Role:
- Strong expertise in microbiological and dairy testing
- Experience in method validation and verification
- Knowledge of ISO 17025 laboratory standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel and strong IT proficiency
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Prior auditing experience (preferred)
Benefits of Microbiology Jobs:
- Company-paid medical insurance and discounted coverage for family
- Free life insurance
- Annual flu vaccination and medical checks
- Free onsite parking
- Discounts on Danone products and partner retailers
- Gym and café discounts
- Annual bonus scheme
- Fresh fruit provided daily
- 4% KiwiSaver contribution
- 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
- Employee Share Subscription Plan
- Performance-based incentives and career growth opportunities
