Industrial Microbiological Lead

• Lead microbiological quality and food safety programs across brewery and beverage production operations.

• Lead microbiological quality and food safety programs across brewery and beverage production operations.
• Serve as the technical expert for microbiological troubleshooting, contamination investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain microbiological standards, testing methodologies, and monitoring programs.
• Evaluate microbiological risks and identify opportunities to improve product quality, process reliability, and food safety performance.
• Analyze microbiological data and trends to proactively identify risks and implement preventive measures.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and R&D teams to support innovation, process improvements, and new product commercialization.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing scientific principles, risk assessments, and industry best practices.
• Provide coaching, training, and technical guidance to laboratory personnel and cross-functional teams.

• You have 7+ years of relevant experience in microbiology, food safety, quality systems, brewing, beverage manufacturing, or a related field.

• You have 7+ years of relevant experience in microbiology, food safety, quality systems, brewing, beverage manufacturing, or a related field.
• You possess a Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline.
• A Master's Degree or PhD in a related scientific field is considered an asset.
• You possess advanced expertise in industrial microbiology, food safety systems, sanitation, and contamination control.
• You have experience supporting manufacturing environments and implementing microbiological controls within complex production systems.
• You have demonstrated success leading investigations, root cause analysis activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• You possess strong analytical, scientific, and problem-solving capabilities.
• You have experience working with regulatory requirements, GMPs, HACCP programs, and quality management systems.
• You can effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• You have strong leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• You build relationships and collaborate to achieve desired outcomes.
• You act with integrity and accountability while driving results.
• You have a thirst for learning and are always looking for ways to learn and help others grow.

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences