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Solina · 2 days ago

Corporate Microbiologist

Eastvale, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Solina is a dynamic company specializing in customized savory solutions for the food industry. The Corporate Microbiologist will be responsible for ensuring microbiological safety and regulatory compliance for the company's products, collaborating closely with various teams to guide food safety decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic Food

Responsibilities

Provide and apply technical knowledge (data, literature, etc.) and leadership to assure that the manufacturing processes and environments are microbiologically safe for the production of food products

Evaluate and provide guidance on proper design of food processing equipment to world-class RTE standards

Conduct and document data based risk assessments using technical, scientific, regulatory, and industry inputs. This include active review, interpretation, and communication of recommendations for food safety assessments or investigations

Interpret sensitive food safety related technical information and provide objective science based recommendations

Process Authority & Regulatory Compliance (Acidified Foods)

Serve as the company’s designated Process Authority for acidified food products, ensuring compliance with appropriate FDA regulations

Review, validate, and approve acidified product formulations, pH targets, critical factors, and thermal/hold processes

Create, verify, and maintain process filings and scheduled processes for the FDA

Conduct or oversee validation studies, challenge studies, and hazard assessments to support product safety

Food Microbiology & Safety Expertise

Provide subject-matter expertise on microbiological hazards, shelf-life, and preservation strategies for new and existing products

Support the design and interpretation of microbiological testing plans, challenge studies, and environmental monitoring programs

Evaluate ingredient and process changes for microbiological impact and risk

Develop and maintain internal microbiological specifications and guidelines

Product Development Support

Partner with R&D and Technical Services during formulation and scale-up to ensure food safety is built into all product designs

Review new product formulations, processing conditions, and packaging selections for microbiological viability and regulatory compliance

Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement

Provide technical leadership for investigations of microbiological deviations, contamination events, and shelf-life failures

Deliver internal training on microbiology, sanitation, process controls, and food safety topics to enhance organizational capability

Communicate complex scientific concepts in a clear, actionable manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Maintain abreast of current and evolving food safety considerations and best practices. Remain current on evolving food safety considerations and best practices, including US regulatory requirements related to acidified foods, thermal processing, and low-acid canned foods, advising the organization on implications

Qualification

Food MicrobiologyFDA RegulationsProcess ValidationMicrobiological Risk ManagementValidation StudiesShelf-life AssessmentsMulticultural SensitivityCross-functional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

PhD in Food Microbiology, Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline (Master's with extensive industry experience may be considered)

Certified Process Authority preferred; willingness and ability to become certified if not already

Minimum 5–8 years of experience in food manufacturing, food microbiology, process validation, or related roles

Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations governing acidified foods (21 CFR 114), food safety plans, and microbiological risk management

Demonstrated experience conducting validation studies, challenge studies, and shelf-life assessments

Ability to translate microbiological concepts into practical manufacturing and product development recommendations

Preferred

Functional food safety expert in RTE manufacturing. In-depth knowledge of food safety, food microbiology, manufacturing processes, food regulations, sanitary design and quality management

Experience in dressings, sauces, condiments, emulsions, marinades, RTU/RTS sauces, or dry spice blends

Knowledge of thermal processing, pH control systems, and ingredient interactions affecting microbial stability

Experience supporting FDA process filings and working directly with regulatory agencies

Familiarity with environmental monitoring programs and pathogen control strategies

Exceptional communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Ability to work and interact effectively with all levels in the organization including Plant employees, Peers, and Senior Leaders

Ability to work in a multicultural environment with respect and sensitivity for diversity

Company

Solina

Solina is a leading global partner for the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition sectors, designing tailor-made food solutions, excelling in perfected taste, enhanced nutrition and optimised functionality, that contribute to the creation of food that is good in every sense of the word, good for people, good for the planet.

Founded in 2011

Bréal-sous-montfort, Bretagne, FRA

1001-5000 employees