Brewing Quality Assurance Lead — Data-Driven & Impactful

Anheuser-Busch; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life Insurance & Disability

Parental Leave & FMLA

401(k) with match

Free beer

Job summary

Anheuser-Busch in Los Angeles is seeking a Quality Assurance leader (BPM) to drive key quality initiatives across brewing operations. You will partner with operations and leadership to strengthen quality systems, monitor metrics, and push for regulatory compliance with a data-driven approach.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, deep microbiology and brewing knowledge, and the ability to deliver improvements while aligning with safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Food/Brewing Science, Microbiology, Engineering or related field is required; MBA is a plus.
• Deep knowledge of brewing and packaging processes, including CIP/COP sanitation.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, pest control and allergen control. Familiarity with GFSI standards (BRC, FSSC22000, SQF etc.) is a plus.
• At least five years of experience in the food and beverage industry.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; ability to extract and use data for process improvement.
• Ability to cross-functionally move between departments and divisions. Flexibility to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) required.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality and coordinate initiatives in the Brewery to ensure integrity in quality procedures and certifications according to regulations.
• Track and monitor all quality metrics including Food Safety, Microbiology, Consumer Complaints, etc.
• Interact with government agencies/officials on food safety issues and inspections for the Brewery.
• Lead continuous improvement of Quality policies and metrics; monitor critical control points for consistency and quality.
• Oversee preventive maintenance in area of responsibility and ensure SOPs are followed.
• Monitor production plans to maintain quality and meet schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Food/Brewing Science

Microbiology

Engineering

MBA

Job description

Anheuser-Busch in Los Angeles is seeking a Quality Assurance leader (BPM) to drive key quality initiatives across brewing operations. You will partner with operations and leadership to strengthen quality systems, monitor metrics, and push for regulatory compliance with a data-driven approach.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, deep microbiology and brewing knowledge, and the ability to deliver improvements while aligning with safety and sanitation standards.