Beverage Microbiology Scientist – QC & GMP

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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401K Match

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Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Microbiology professional to conduct and oversee testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products for a leading beverage portfolio.

Responsibilities include interpreting results, investigating OOS events, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring adherence to SOPs and regulatory standards. Strong background in GMP/GLP and environmental monitoring is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related field with 4–6 years of experience.
• Microbiology laboratory experience.
• Experience in food manufacturing, beverage production, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of microbiological testing techniques and laboratory practices.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and ISO standards.
• Experience with environmental monitoring programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, water, environmental monitoring samples, and other laboratory specimens.
• Ensure testing is performed according to approved methods, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Review, interpret, and approve microbiological test results.
• Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results, deviations, and contamination events.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, instruments, and testing supplies.
• Collect microbiological sampling of beverages, syrups, raw materials, and sanitation effectiveness swabbing by utilizing aseptic technique.
• Ability to work in laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Job description

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Microbiology professional to conduct and oversee testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products for a leading beverage portfolio.

Responsibilities include interpreting results, investigating OOS events, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring adherence to SOPs and regulatory standards. Strong background in GMP/GLP and environmental monitoring is required.