The Coca-Cola Company · 4 hours ago
Scientist Microbiology
US - GA - Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$109K/yr - $129K/yr
8+ years expThe Coca-Cola Company is a leading beverage corporation seeking a Microbiologist to perform complex microbiological analyses of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. The role involves preparing detailed reports, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting incident management issues while ensuring compliance with quality management systems.
Consumer GoodsFast-Moving Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform basic and complex testing of materials at a high level of throughput using the required microbiological, analytical and/ or sensorial methodology according to quality guidelines
Interpret data from routine and non-routine analyses in order to validate that ingredients/materials meet specifications. Record results & write technical reports
Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., troubleshooting, conducting preventative maintenance, calibrating and repairing)
Organize workflow and task schedules to maximize laboratory efficiency (e.g., prioritize sample analysis, assign tasks, preventative maintenance)
Train and instruct Laboratory analysts/scientists
Work to and ensure self and team compliance to quality management system requirements through training, documentations, quality records and audits
Perform data audit in order to ensure accuracy of data and analytical processes. This may include database queries, statistical process control or correlation study
Lead research projects and develop or validate laboratory test methods or equipment (sampling, monitoring, analytical procedures) in order to ensure reliability and accuracy of analytical results. This may include performing capability studies
Lead a multidisciplinary team to resolve troubleshooting issues; act as the business process owner
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Science preferably Microbiology, Food Science, or Food Technology with microbiology focus and a demonstrated aptitude to relate business and technical requirements
Masters or PhD in Microbiology (preferable)
8+ years relevant experience in a Laboratory in the food, pharmaceutical or chemical
Ability to perform advanced, complex testing at a high level of throughput using the required methodology as required on ingredients, intermediates and finished products and report results
Demonstrates subject matter expertise in microbiology to evaluate data/information and make decisions, provide solutions to problems, and educated opinions on ingredients, syrups, beverages, concentrates or other substances to provide support to bottlers and customers
Advanced Field Specialty in microbiology: Expert ability to integrate advanced techniques and to apply the most appropriate techniques to a broad range of problems
Demonstrated knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practices; Laboratory/Analytical Instrumentation, including instrumental theory, operation, maintenance and ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory methods; LIMS; Quality management systems
Ability to communicate technical information both verbally and in written reports that is understandable by technical and non-technical audiences; to produce report of results and recommendations that is clear and concise
Ability to read, write and speak the English language is required
Preferred
Spanish fluency is a plus
ISO 14000, ISO 18000, Microsoft Office, Six Sigma, Troubleshooting, Waterfall Model
Benefits
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Company
The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is a soft drink manufacturer & distributor that makes a variety of soft drinks, including diet coke and regular coke.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1919-09-05IPO
Leadership Team
Henrique Braun
Chief Operating Officer
Jennifer Henry
Senior Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development
Recent News
2026-01-16
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