Microbiologist at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc was incorporated in September 1960 as a private limited liability company, and commenced operations in 1962 with an installed capacity of 600 metric tons per day. In its 50-year history, Flour Mills has remained at the forefront of wheat milling in Nigeria. The Company’s flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries and consumers in Nigeria.

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc is recruiting to fill the below position: 

Job Title: Microbiologist

Job Reference: MIC 12

Department: Quality Control 

Job Description:

• Analyse and monitor the quality of raw materials (including cassava flour) and finished products across the group
• Perform water analysis
• Perform environmental analysis-GMP audit to monitor and improve hygiene standards General laboratory hygiene maintenance
• Benchmark of flour standards with that of competitors and analysis of customer complaints

Requirements

• Data collection and interpretation
• Ability to prepare and analyse various media
• Ability to use equipment for culture and physio-chemical analysis of water
• Skill in Laboratory testing and analysis
• Good housekeeping skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate level of Microsoft office packages
• B.Sc. in Microbiology
• 5 O’ level credits including Mathematics & English Language in not more than 2 sittings Membership of AIMN, NIFST is an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in food microbiology analysis

Application Deadline: September 30, 2012