Company: Dexin Manufacturing Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Kapilvastu, Nepal
Industry: Nutraceutical Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Roll
Number of Vacancies: 1
Experience Required: 2–4 Years
Salary: Negotiable

Ensure Quality. Protect Product Safety. Drive Microbiological Excellence.

A leading nutraceutical manufacturing company is seeking a competent, proactive, and detail-oriented QC Executive – Microbiologist to support microbiological quality-control operations at its manufacturing facility in Kapilvastu.

The selected candidate will be responsible for microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products; environmental monitoring; culture-media and reagent preparation; laboratory-equipment control; documentation; deviation investigation; and compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Microbiological Testing and Analysis

• Perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Conduct sterility testing, microbial limit testing, and pathogen analysis accurately and according to approved procedures.
• Ensure all microbiological tests are completed within established timelines and applicable quality standards.
• Review test results and promptly report abnormal, atypical, or non-conforming findings to the reporting manager.

Environmental Monitoring

• Conduct environmental monitoring of production and laboratory areas.
• Perform microbiological monitoring of air, surfaces, and water according to approved procedures and schedules.
• Accurately document environmental-monitoring results and report excursions or unusual findings.
• Support contamination-control measures within production and laboratory areas.

Culture Media and Reagent Management

• Prepare and maintain microbiological culture media and reagents according to approved procedures and applicable standards.
• Ensure culture media and reagents are properly sterilized, labeled, stored, and controlled.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and operational readiness within the microbiology laboratory.
• Handle and dispose of microbiological materials according to established laboratory-safety procedures.

Laboratory Equipment Management

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain microbiology laboratory instruments, including autoclaves, incubators, and related equipment.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is cleaned, monitored, and maintained according to approved procedures.
• Maintain complete and accurate calibration, maintenance, and equipment-usage records.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions, breakdowns, or performance issues.
• Coordinate equipment servicing and preventive-maintenance activities when required.

Documentation and Record Management

• Maintain proper documentation of microbiological test results, worksheets, logbooks, reports, and laboratory records.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, legible, traceable, and updated on time.
• Follow approved documentation procedures and applicable data-integrity requirements.
• Maintain microbiological records in compliance with company standards, GMP, GLP, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Deviation Investigation and CAPA

• Investigate microbiological deviations, abnormal test results, and environmental-monitoring excursions.
• Support root-cause analysis related to microbiological contamination, testing failures, and other non-conformities.
• Assist in developing and implementing appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions.
• Monitor assigned CAPA activities and support their timely completion.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Production, and other relevant departments during investigations.

Quality and Regulatory Compliance

• Perform all microbiology laboratory activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, approved SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure laboratory activities support product quality, consumer safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Follow established laboratory-safety, hygiene, sanitation, and waste-disposal procedures.
• Support internal audits, external audits, inspections, and other quality-compliance activities.
• Promote accuracy, discipline, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the laboratory.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other microbiology and quality-control tasks assigned by the QC Assistant Manager or management.

Qualification Requirements

Educational Qualifications

Candidates should possess one of the following:

• M.Sc. in Microbiology
• B.Sc. in Microbiology

Experience

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the pharmaceutical or food-manufacturing industry.
• Candidates with experience in nutraceutical or other regulated manufacturing environments may also be considered.
• Practical experience in microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, laboratory documentation, and GMP or GLP compliance is preferred.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Microbiological Testing and Analysis
• Raw-Material, In-Process, and Finished-Product Testing
• Environmental Monitoring
• Air, Surface, and Water Monitoring
• Sterility Testing
• Microbial Limit Testing
• Pathogen Analysis
• Culture-Media and Reagent Preparation
• Laboratory Equipment Calibration and Maintenance
• Autoclave and Incubator Operation
• GMP and GLP Compliance
• Laboratory Documentation and Record Management
• Microbiological Deviation Investigation
• Root-Cause Analysis
• CAPA Implementation
• Regulatory Compliance
• Laboratory Safety and Hygiene
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication and Coordination
• Time Management and Organization

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a growing nutraceutical manufacturing company.
• Professional, quality-focused, and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to microbiological testing and modern quality-control practices.
• Excellent professional learning and career-development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits based on qualifications, experience, and company policy.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to product quality, consumer safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Participation in laboratory and quality-system improvement initiatives.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their updated CV along with a cover letter to:

📧 vacancy@odinepal.com
📧 vacancyatodinepal@gmail.com

Subject Line: QC Executive Microbiologist – Kapilvastu

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and selection.

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced microbiology professional to build a rewarding career in quality control within a growing nutraceutical manufacturing company. The position offers hands-on involvement in microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, contamination control, product safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous laboratory improvement.