Mgr Micro & Yeast

Date: Sep 7, 2024

Location:

Milwaukee, WI, US

Requisition ID: 31862

A Career in Beer and Beyond:

Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments. We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are now proud to be offering a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.

We are Talent Brewers with our culture rooted in our core Values. We believe in our brands and our people, and that diversity WITH inclusion is the key to a winning team culture. We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities. So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you.

The Headlines :

In the role of Manager, Microbiology & Yeast Fermentation working in Milwaukee, WI, you will lead a team of Yeast and Fermentation Scientists (YFS) to set strategies, goals and priorities related to the testing and monitoring needed to deliver microbiologically stable beverages produced at Molson Coors North America breweries, craft facilities, and contract partners. Specifically, you will oversee the YFS team with respect to work related to yeast management, propagation, fermentation health, brewing microbiology and quality systems, micro education and troubleshooting. You will provide expertise, recommendations, and direction for microbiological methodologies, techniques, instrumentation, procedures and standards. This includes the development and implementation of Micro Programs, and subsequent auditing of brewery compliance. You will network with external resources to remain in the forefront of technical expertise and emerging applications. This position reports to Sr. Mgr Quality Services and partners with Corporate Quality, Corporate Brewing, R&D, Innovation Teams and Breweries to deliver enterprise objectives.

The Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies related to microbiology and yeast.

• Lead a team of 3 Yeast and Fermentation Scientists.

• Develop and implement new micro methods and test procedures for new and existing products and processes.

• Develop and implement micro monitoring programs and oversees compliance to programs.

• Oversee Molson Coors Global master yeast cultures and culture collection.

• Develop quality systems for yeast management, propagation and fermentation health.

• Establish and manage micro specifications for incoming ingredients and micro stabilization parameters.

• Oversee decision processes for microbiology non-conformance.

• Troubleshoot brewery yeast performance and micro issues.

The Other Qualifications:

• You have a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology or a science related field and at least 8 years of microbiology experience in the brewing industry.

• In-depth experience with yeast propagation systems in laboratory and production, yeast handling, and yeast storage.

• In-depth knowledge of microbiology principles and techniques with focus on brewing microbiology, molecular biology, yeast physiology and fermentation.

• Comprehensive understanding of microscopy techniques, molecular typing, rapid molecular detection, microbe recovery, and microbial metabolism.

• Experience with of yeast culturing and cryogenic freezing techniques.

• In-depth knowledge of isolation/identification and aseptic techniques.

• Thorough understanding of product analysis and test methodologies to support microbiology, propagation and fermentation projects.

• Experience with measuring and managing microbiological risks for various stages of the brewing process.

• Ability to resolve complex brewery concerns related to micro concerns, yeast management practices and fermentation performance.

• Knowledge of microbiological criteria for raw materials and non-alcoholic beverages.

• Experience with defining various mechanisms to use to ensure beverage product stability, including but not limited to preservatives, chemical stabilization, and mechanical stabilization.

• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

• Ability to function at both strategic and tactical levels to support the needs of the business.

• You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities

• You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome.

• You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments.

• You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow.

• You exhibit our core values.

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are

• Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization

• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources

• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!

• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Molson Coors is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com .