Quality Specialist

Quality Specialist

Liberation Bioindustries is developing a global network of fit-for-purpose precision fermentation manufacturing facilities, starting with our launch facility in Richmond, IN. We build the critical infrastructure needed to produce novel bioproducts at scale and enable the precision fermentation market. Together, with our customers and partners, we use our innovative thinking and passion for manufacturing to make everyday products more affordable and more accessible. We believe that precision fermentation can unlock solutions that have real and lasting impact on the future of sustainability.

Our first facility in Richmond, IN is currently under construction with anticipated start-up in late 2026 or early 2027.

Join us as a Quality Specialist

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our engineering partners, equipment vendors, process engineering team and manufacturing operations team to help establish and operate an industry-leading precision fermentation facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support and help lead food safety and quality assurance programs, including HACCP, GMP, and internal audits.
• Investigate and manage customer complaints, non-conformances, and CAPAs.
• Conduct and support internal and external audits, including documentation and follow-up.
• Assist with customer questionnaires and regulatory inquiries.
• Assist with customer inquiries on standard documentation requests.
• Assist with food safety certification processes and maintenance.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instrumentation used in QA/QC testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Assist in QC testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products when necessary.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and organized quality documentation and records.
• Support implementation and maintenance of PCQI or equivalent food safety plans.
• Work closely with the manufacturing operations to maintain quality control systems.
• Maintain lab organization and cleanliness.
• Follow good laboratory practices to maintain good record keeping practices.
• Assist with audits (customer and internal) to maintain quality management systems.
• Assist with the development and improvement of documentation, methods and apply best practices, standards and procedures for quality.
• Investigate quality incidents to help reduce out of specification products.
• Champion employee and product safety and participate in key safety and food safety reviews.
• Build strong relationships and interface effectively with colleagues.
• Complete other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• The incumbent must be based in Richmond, Indiana prior to the facility start-up.
• Bachelor's Degree in either Science or Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Previous work experience in food manufacturing or biomanufacturing is required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (FDA, FSMA, HACCP, GMP) is required.
• Extensive experience in a lab setting and quality control is required.
• Experience with instrumentation such as HPLC, spectrophotometers, or similar is required.
• Familiarity with quality systems and complaint handling processes is required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• PCQI or HACCP certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Self-driven, collaborative, and results-oriented.
• Energized at the idea of helping to create and build a positive work culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Liberation Bioindustries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.