Quality Systems Specialist

Position Summary

The Quality Systems Specialist supports product quality, shelf life, and reformulation initiatives through analytical testing, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration. This role partners with QFS, R&D, and Baking Technology teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize formulations, and ensure scalable, compliant solutions.

• Conduct analytical and technical support: test finished products and ingredients for pH, water activity, texture, and shelf life; perform microbiological analysis for yeast and mold detection and trending; evaluate reformulation impacts on shelf life and mold control; apply knowledge of ingredient functionality such as enzymes, preservatives, and fermentation systems.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives across production and formulation processes.
• Product Development & Validation: support formulation development, optimization, and scale‑up; participate in bench‑top and plant trials; validate ingredient systems under commercial conditions; ensure alignment with reformulation requirements and claims.
• Data & Continuous Improvement: analyze product and process data to identify trends and opportunities; conduct statistical analysis and support DOE (Design of Experiments); generate technical reports with clear, actionable recommendations; support process control updates and analytical method alignment.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  partner with QFS, Operations, R&D, and other teams to resolve product issues, support reformulation initiatives, and contribute to technical problem‑solving and project alignment.

• Demonstrates self‑awareness by using feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborates by building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives.
• Action‑oriented: takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Understanding the business: grasps the business and organizational environment and shows interest in adapting to the culture and ways of working.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a 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).
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and technical writing skills.

25–40% travel required, including plant trials, validations, and cross‑functional project support.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.