Microbiology Manager (Regional Position based in Aurora, CO)
Summary:
Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world’s best desserts? We are seeking a Microbiology Manager to join our client's team in Aurora, CO. In this regional role, you will oversee microbiological programs at four locations across the U.S. and Canada. You will play a critical role in managing and analyzing microbiological data, supporting sanitation and quality assurance teams, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Details:
- Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually DOE
- Shift: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm
- Duration: Direct-hire (permanent position)
- On-site in Aurora, CO with some travel
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the EMP, including ATP, air sampling, water testing, and swabbing programs.
- Establish monitoring sites, identify harborage locations, and conduct root-cause investigations.
- Track and trend EMP data, reporting all non-conformance results promptly to leadership.
- Manage the food safety plan in accordance with regulatory, customer, and other guidelines.
- Conduct internal audits on sanitation policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with sanitation chemical suppliers to improve cleaning practices and train employees.
- Provide technical support to sanitation, QA analytical lab, maintenance, and engineering departments.
- Train and monitor employees on GMPs, aseptic sampling, testing methodologies, and equipment calibration.
- Assist sister facilities in establishing and maintaining EMP programs.
- Write and revise SOPs, policies, and procedures related to microbiological programs.
- Maintain lab files, log spreadsheets, Certificates of Analysis, and Certificate of Quality Letters.
- Oversee third-party lab testing for validation and shelf-life studies.
- Work with various teams on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) related to EMP.
- Support continuous improvement projects associated with QA departmental goals.
- Maintain a Microbiological Testing Registry for finished products at Tower and Pembroke locations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, with a focus on microbiological testing and analysis.
- Proficiency in EMP programs, microbiology, sanitation practices, and production processes.
- Strong understanding of USDA and FDA regulations, GMPs, GFSI Audits, SSOPs, and SOPs.
- PCQI Certification (or must be obtained within 4 months of hire).
- Experience supervising and training employees in various roles.
- Ability and willingness to travel 25% - 50% of the time within the U.S. and Canada.
- Proficient in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in food manufacturing facilities and hygiene design is highly desirable.
