Aseptic Quality Engineer

Fairlife; Camden (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with up to 9% employer match

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Fairlife is looking for an Aseptic Quality Engineer to lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing sites in Camden, MI. You will work closely with equipment manufacturers to reduce quality failures and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Key responsibilities include leading failure investigations, coordinating validation efforts, and supporting engineering in compliance. The role offers a hybrid schedule and a competitive salary range from $90,000 to $115,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience in a LACF quality assurance manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read a P&ID and familiarity with HHST, aseptic filling, pump, and critical instrumentation.
• Understanding of dairy microbiology and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead RCA/CAPA process with operational and engineering teams.
• Coordinate full line validation efforts with regulatory agencies.
• Submit engineering change requests to process authority.
• Support site engineering in equipment design and process improvement.

Skills

Microbiology

Food science

Engineering

Dairy microbiology

RCA tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, engineering, or a closely related field

Job description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose‑free, real‑dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra‑filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post‑workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca‑Cola Company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry‑leading innovation.

Job Purpose

The Aseptic Quality Engineer will lead efforts across all manufacturing sites to reduce quality failures, improve manufacturing efficiency, and drive quality improvement initiatives. The role will partner with equipment manufacturers to lead failure investigation activities to reduce product hold and deviation occurrences, support validation activities as part of new line extensions and engineering change requests, and collaborate with process authority on validation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead RCA/CAPA process with operational and engineering teams to identify and assign causes to aseptic system failures and create solutions to reduce product holds associated with aseptic system deviations.
• Coordinate and support full line validation efforts with regulatory agencies and process authority for approval of new line installation and/or line extensions; serve as liaison between OEM and regulatory agency/process authority as required.
• Submit engineering change requests (ECR) to process authority for all LACF system enhancements and changes; serve as liaison between process authority and manufacturing sites for coordination of ECR approvals and validation requirements.
• Support “Grade A” extended run requests and approvals; serve as liaison between regulatory agency and manufacturing sites for request submittal and coordination of extended run trial protocols.
• Support site engineering in equipment design and process improvement efforts to drive quality enhancements, improve operating efficiencies, and ensure compliance against LACF, PMO, and CFR standards.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience in a LACF quality assurance manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of equipment design: ability to read a P&ID and familiarity with HHST, aseptic filling, pump, and critical instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of dairy microbiology.
• High proficiency in computer technology and manufacturing systems operations.
• In‑depth understanding of dairy regulatory (PMO/CFR) requirements.
• Strong understanding of RCA tools and ability to work with cross‑functional teams to address quality failures.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology and application.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to support regulatory, GFSI, & ISO audits as needed.
• Proficiency in English: comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Hybrid schedule; 40–45 hours, as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Travel < 20%.

Food Safety Requirements

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color‑coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet company, customer, and/or government requirements/standards as prioritized by the company.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to food safety and the quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to food safety and the quality of ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of food safety and quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one.
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance).
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work‑life balance.
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000).
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support.
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match.
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified well‑being expenses).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional well‑being and work‑life support.
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability.
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants).
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month).
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential.
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups.

Location

Coopersville, MI

Reports To

Director, Aseptic Technology

Travel Requirements

<20%

Salary Range

90,000 – 115,000

Exempt/Nonexempt

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job‑related factors. In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail].