What you´ll do
- Coordinate daily operations of the microbiology laboratory, ensuring timely and accurate testing aligned with GMP and ISO standards.
- Supervise and mentor a team of lab analysts and a hygiene engineer.
- Lead microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and interpretation of results.
- Manage hygiene validation projects, including cleaning validation, sanitary design assessments, and hygienic zoning.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, QA, and engineering teams to identify and resolve hygiene-related risks or deviations.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of hygiene procedures and best practices.
- Lead or participate in hygiene-related audits and inspections.
- Ensure data integrity and traceability using systems like Microsoft Office and SAP (preferred).
- Maintain compliance with ISO 22716 (Cosmetics GMP) and ISO 9001 standards.
- Develop and deliver training to staff on microbiological methods and hygienic practices.
- **Must be willing to take shifts.**
What makes you a good fit




- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in microbiology lab coordination, hygiene validation, or manufacturing process hygiene in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or food industry.
- Experience with ISO 22716, ISO 9001, and GMP standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is desirable.
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to coach and lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written); Spanish is a plus.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Versátil Benefits
- Canteen
- Savings Fund
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**Job Locations**: Mexico, Jalisco, Guadalajara

📌 Hygiene Leader (Guadalajara)
🏢 Henkel
📍 Guadalajara