Lab Technician (Microbiology)

Date: 31 Mar 2026

Country: Singapore

Location:

Boon Lay, SG

Function: Innovation, Quality & Food Safety

About Us

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Product Information

Cocoa

We’re a super specialist in all things cocoa – beans, powders, butters and beyond. In fact, we are the number one
cocoa bean supplier globally with a leading presence in 10 key producing countries across Africa, Asia and South America. In our direct sourcing, our traceability from the farm to the factory allows us to drive sustainable practices across the cocoa supply chain.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Control Technician (Microbiology) to join our Quality and Food Safety team. In this role, you will support microbiological testing and environmental monitoring to ensure the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of our cocoa-based products—including cocoa powder, liquor, and butter. You will work closely with laboratory and production teams to uphold high standards of food safety and product integrity.

Microbiological Testing & Sample Management

Prepare and handle raw materials, in-process, finished products, and environmental samples following aseptic techniques.
Conduct routine and non-routine microbiological tests such as Total Plate Count (TPC), Yeasts and Molds, Enterobacteriaceae, Salmonella spp., and other indicator or pathogenic organisms.
Operate laboratory equipment including incubators, autoclaves, colony counters, etc.
Ensure test results are accurate, repeatable, and compliant with specifications.

Environmental Monitoring

Carry out scheduled sampling of production and hygiene-sensitive areas (air, surfaces, equipment, personnel).
Analyse environmental samples, record deviations, and escalate abnormal findings to the Microbiology Supervisor.

Data Management & Reporting

Record test observations, results, and deviations accurately in laboratory logs or digital systems.
Perform timely data entry in MES or LIMS (if applicable).
Highlight out-of-specification results and support root cause analysis (RCA), corrective actions (CAPA), and related documentation.

Laboratory Maintenance & Safety

Maintain laboratory hygiene through routine cleaning, disinfection, and equipment upkeep.
Follow biosafety standards and PPE requirements.
Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or non‑conformances promptly.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Adhere to SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and internal quality standards.
Assist with method validation, equipment qualification, and inter-laboratory comparisons.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and testing accuracy.
Mentor new technicians on laboratory procedures and best practices.

Requirements

Fresh graduates or candidates with 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience are welcome.
Minimum O‑level, Nitec, or Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
Experience in microbiological testing within the food industry is advantageous.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred: Basic SAP knowledge and familiarity with laboratory safety procedures.

ofi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.