Quality Control Manager

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the integrity of ingredients, raw materials, batching, blending, processes, sampling, testing and inspection of finished products that adheres to the Company's standards and specifications.

Job Activities (not intended to include all activities)

• Perform laboratory tests.
• Prepare samples and sampling plan for ingredients, finished products to perform analyses (e.g., chemical, physical, sensory, microbiological).
• Perform microbiological tests.
• Perform chemical analyses.
• Interpret data from routine analyses to validate ingredients/materials.
• Prepare beverages and conduct analytical tests.
• refining of the Company Quality Manual (SQF).
• Monitor wastewater by sampling and inspecting wastewater. Clean and sanitize tanks using technology.
• Add liquid or dry ingredients, using product specifications and Standard Mixing Instructions (SMI), to a concentrate, beverage base or syrup product
• timeline.
• Perform CIP on blending equipment.
• Perform line checks to ensure product and packaging meet specifications.
• Operate lab testing equipment such as density meters and titrators.
• Document all operational parameters.
• Training of new associates.
• Ability to cross train in different responsibilities of the QC department.
• Ability to understand, record, and communicate system problems and solutions.
• Demonstrate good attendance.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays.
• Move and lift material weighing 55 pounds to distances of 10 feet or more, floor to waist.
• Ability to push and pull force of 80lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in temperature extremes on a daily basis up to 12 hours.
• Any other duties as assigned to ensure the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of products, processes and work environment.

Job Requirements

• Education – College Degree preferred.
• Related Work Experience - at least 3 years related experience preferred.

Technical Skills

• Quality Assurance
• Clean In Place (CIP)
• Food Safety Regulations
• Food/Flavor Chemistry
• Good Manufacturing Practices - SQF
• Lab Safety -
• Laboratory Testing
• Laboratory/Analytical Instrumentation
• Calibration.
• Sensory Analysis
• Documentation Management
• Sampling: maintaining sampling programs.
• Statistical Process Control - Knowledge and application of statistical tools and techniques
• Technical Specifications - Knowledge of and ability to apply standards
• Transportation Regulations - Knowledge of the Company, local, national and international transportation and hazardous materials regulatory requirements
• Troubleshooting - Ability to identify and resolve process, system and/or mechanical failures
• Waste Water Treatment - Knowledge of wastewater treatment operations
• Water Filtration/Treatment - Knowledge of the basic chemistry of water and filtration or other means of removing contaminants of impurities.
• Audit Objectivity - Ability to remain independent and objective when performing audits.

Job Location and Work Conditions

• Work is performed in all areas of a production facility. Work is of non-repetitive nature and requires exposures to temperature extremes, moderate noise levels, moving equipment, wetness, chemicals, ingredients, fumes, dust, and vibrations.
• Work is performed on flexible shifts. Manufacturing facility subject to extreme heat and cold. Multi-shift operation.

o Our company offers competitive pay and great benefits.

o 100% Paid Health Insurance for F/T employees and dependents.

o EEO Employer, Race, Gender, Veterans, Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person