Microbiologist

Microbiologist – Food Ingredient Manufacturing

Charlotte, NC

Our client is a world class specialty ingredient manufacturer based in the greater Charlotte, NC area. Due to ongoing growth, they are looking to hire a Microbiologist to support their QA and R&D teams. This role requires collaboration with Quality, Product Development, and Operations, providing scientific expertise and innovative solutions to address food safety and quality challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, sample, and perform basic tests on incoming raw material/ingredients, in process, and finished product.

• Submit samples and summarize data of internal and 3rd party testing.

• Leading Environmental Monitoring Programs (EMP), training staff, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Conducting risk assessments and challenge studies based on scientific literature and risk assessment tools.

• Offering technical expertise to resolve food safety, sanitation, and quality issues, and supporting product launches.

• Designing, executing, and reporting on scientific studies that promote innovation, solve operational problems, and meet regulatory standards.

• Developing training programs focused on food safety, sanitation, and microbiological methods.

• Develop, review, and revise microbiological methods and policies.

• Influence cross-functional teams to achieve results and lead initiatives related to operational transformation.

• Promoting a culture of food safety across the company’s network through education and training.

REQUIREMENTS

•       Education: B.S. in Microbiology or Food Microbiology with 3+ years of food/beverage industry experience, or M.S./Ph.D. with 2+ years of experience.

•       Expertise: Strong knowledge of beverage/food microbiology (spoilage organisms, pathogens), and laboratory skills related to microbiology. Good Laboratory Practices

•       Experience: Hands-on expertise with food safety for high-acid/low-acid beverages and thermal/chilled processing.

•       Skills: Project management, problem-solving, data interpretation, and effective communication. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction.

In return, they can offer a competitive base salary, benefits and ample opportunity for career advancement. Send resume to: jobs@foodemployment.com