Senior QA Auditor, Microbiologist

Ventura Foods

QA Auditor/Microbiologist conducting microbiological analysis on raw ingredients and finished products for compliance. Supporting food safety and quality programs with HACCP coordination.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeWaukesha • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct microbiological analysis on raw ingredients and finished products to determine their compliance with specifications
Follow up with the first line action steps as necessary (product hold, vendor contacts, etc.)
Conduct pre-operations inspections and tests to assess the sanitary state of the processing area
Monitor cleaning and sanitation activities of the sanitation crew to assure compliance with established procedures
Make and/or execute recommendations based on the analysis for remedial action
Maintain knowledge base of new technologies in microbiology
Conduct microbiological analysis on finished products and environmental swabs for other locations to determine compliance with Corporate or customer specifications
Convey environmental results to VP Quality Assurance in a timely manner
Ensure HQ QA Policy compliance to meet audit standards for regulatory customer and internal requirements
Maintain readiness for and participate in, as required, at all first, second and third party audits
Serve as HACCP Coordinator for the plant, manage HACCP team, conduct annual HACCP team training, recording, reporting and program reviews
Ensure COA's and incoming raw materials and packaging meet specifications; in addition to accurate Kosher compliance
Perform other duties as assigned by QA Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Microbiology, Food Science or related scientific discipline or equivalent experience
1 - 5 years experience in a related position
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
Basic understanding of microbiological analysis and testing
Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio computer-based programs
Understanding of rudimentary Algebraic equations and basic mathematical statistics
Knowledge of laboratory safe practices for handling equipment, chemicals and glassware
Knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures used to perform quantitative analysis of micro-organisms in food, water samples, and environmental specimens
Knowledge of the methods and procedures used to identify pathogenic organisms in water, environmental specimens, and food products
Knowledge of the basic principles of Microbiology
Knowledge of the principles of HACCP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Microbiological TestingQuantitative AnalysisPathogenic Organism IdentificationMathematical StatisticsLaboratory Safe Practices

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam Management