Sr. Manager, Microbiologist

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #163613 - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato, Mexico

**Who We Are**

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

**Job Summary**:
The GTech Microbiology Lead is responsible for ensuring that all new products in development meet the requirements of QS 023 - Microbiological Control and QMIC 0037 (Microbiological approval on new and modified formulas) andQMIC 0085 (Microbiological Approval for New ProductFormats) and continuous improvement of the Global Microbiology multi-faceted technical program.

**Core Responsibilities**:
**Interface with Global Microbiology/Quality**:

- Interfaces with Global & Divisional Quality/Microbiology teams to provide input on programs, procedures and
- methods.
- Obtains approval for exemptions to the Micro Approval Process (MAP).
- Supports the implementation of global programs on a divisional basis e.g., Celsis, training programs and tools.
- Presents divisional/regional challenges to Global Microbiology and other GTechs. In partnership with Global Microbiology, other GTechs and other individuals, lead efforts to find solutions to regional challenges.
- Participates in internal audits (including microbiology laboratory) and external audits (external manufacturers & labs, suppliers, etc.).
- Function as part of the DivisionalQuality Team.

**Support Global Technology Centers**:

- Supports the product development process.
- Partners with product development groups to improve formula robustness.
- Provides guidance on raw material micro susceptibility and required information on methods and specifications. Leads the development and continuous improvement of the MAP according to category (and any regulatory) requirements and limitations.
- Supports the technology transfer process including appropriate microbiology training.
- Reviews and approves protocols and test methods developed to support claims for regional products. Working with local CP regulatory, ensure that they will satisfy local regulatory requirements.
- Reviews and approves protocols, SPIs (SOPs), reports, (deviations and exemption where applicable) to thoroughly document all activities.
- Develops and implements Rapid Micro Methods Program including Celsis, Charm, etc.

**Education & Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related major. Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred. Must include significant coursework in Microbiology (four courses).
- At least ten years of industrial experience (Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Food, Environmental). This experience should include working in both laboratory and plant
- environments with exposure to micro control programs.
- Functional knowledge of standard QA testing (contamination checks, preservative effectiveness, identification systems) is a definite plus.

**Key Competencies**:

- Engages Site, Division and Manufacturing and Technology Management as necessary to provide appropriate leadership and resources to ensure full conformance to the Quality and Micro Control Standards.

**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

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