About this role
Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with kindness, humility, and a spirit of adventure, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn from our 79 production sites worldwide, known for their best-in-class processes and procedures. There’s many to learn from, with high-performing leaders and caring colleagues to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your energy, your personality, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature. As a Microbiology Specialist Senior you will:
• Perform microbiological analysis of raw materials, finished products, and environmental monitoring samples according to established procedures and GLP requirements. • Maintain ISO 17025 compliance within the microbiology laboratory, including documentation, audits, CAPA management, and equipment qualification/calibration. • Lead investigations of analytical deviations, trend analysis, and risk assessments using quality tools such as PDCA, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa. • Support and complete cleaning validation activities, including protocol preparation, reporting, and technical assessments. • Train and guide team members, develop SOPs, and support continuous improvement projects and microbiology projects. • Manage laboratory consumables, reagents, and KPIs while ensuring environmental and equipment control. • Participate in internal and external audits and act as a member of the Food Safety Team (ESA). Skills
• Knowledge of microbiological analysis, GLP, ISO 17025, and quality investigation tools. • Experience in trend analysis (OOS/OOT), risk assessment, continuous improvement projects, and audit participation. • Familiarity with SAP, KPI management, statistics, and Microsoft Office. • Advanced English; Spanish desirable. • Strong communication, teamwork, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills. EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, Food Engineering, or related fields. • Minimum 10 years of experience in microbiology laboratories, including leadership responsibilities. • Experience as an ISO 17025 internal auditor; lead auditor qualification is desirable. • Specialization or postgraduate studies in Microbiology or related areas. • Experience in investigations, trend analysis, and quality management tools. This is an 100% on site position, at our Jaguaré site, reporting to the Quality Control Coordinator. Our Benefits:
• Medical and Dental plan for you and your dependents; • Private Pension Plan • Life Insurance • On-site restaurant • Free Parking or Charter or Transportation Voucher • GymPass • Daycare Assistance (for women with children up to 5 years and 11 months) • Pharmacy Assistance (medicine paid through payroll) • Employee Assistance Program - specialized assistance and guidance in legal, psychological, financial, and social matters - 100% Confidential. At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives. We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Everyone — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, culture, religion, or any personal circumstances — is warmly welcomed at Givaudan, a place where we all love to be and grow. Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.