Quality Systems & Shelf-Life Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Quality Systems Specialist to support product quality, shelf life, and reformulation initiatives through analytical testing, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration.

You will partner with QFS, R&D and Baking Technology to troubleshoot issues, optimize formulations, and ensure scalable, compliant solutions during plant trials and manufacturing. Experience with Excel, Minitab, and DOE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Experience with analytical testing and food microbiology (yeast and mold).
• Knowledge of bakery systems, shelf-life control, and ingredient functionality.
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab) and DOE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing of finished products and ingredients (pH, water activity, texture, shelf life).
• Perform microbiological analysis for yeast and mold detection and trending.
• Support reformulation efforts and validate ingredient systems under commercial conditions.
• Analyze product/process data to identify trends; conduct DOE; generate technical reports.
• Collaborate with QFS, Operations, R&D, and other teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical testing

Food microbiology

Data analysis

DOE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Quality Systems Specialist to support product quality, shelf life, and reformulation initiatives through analytical testing, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration.

You will partner with QFS, R&D and Baking Technology to troubleshoot issues, optimize formulations, and ensure scalable, compliant solutions during plant trials and manufacturing. Experience with Excel, Minitab, and DOE is preferred.