Quality Manager

Position Summary

Brella Beverage is a rapidly growing adult beverage manufacturing and co-packing company. We're creating a dedicated Quality Manager role to own our quality programs: batch record review, CAPA and deviation management, clearly writing reports, SOP governance, and audit readiness. You'll take ownership of strengthening our quality infrastructure into a mature, self-sustaining program as Brella grows. This candidate should have a strong understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and FDA regulations and guidelines.

Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Systems & GMP Oversight

• Own and continuously improve Brella's quality management system across our facilities
• Provide day-to-day QA support during production, including in-process checks and line sign-offs
• Ensure GMP compliance across batching, bottling, labeling, and packaging operations
• Maintain product specifications and ensure all runs match signed client Product Data Sheets

SOP, Record, & Documentation Review

• Draft, review, and maintain SOPs related to quality, batching, sanitation, and production (building on Brella's existing SOP library)
• Ensure SOPs stay current as lines, products, and regulatory requirements evolve
• Partner with production leadership to ensure SOPs are trained on and followed on the floor
• Review and approve batch records, proofing/blending logs, and production documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Oversee quality disposition (release/hold) decisions for finished goods across both facilities
• Monitor data integrity practices across paper-based and digital production records

CAPA & Deviation Management

• Lead root cause investigations for quality incidents (e.g., mislabeling, out-of-spec results) and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to closure
• Own Brella's corrective action framework and CAR (Corrective Action Report) process
• Track and report quality metrics — CAPA closure rates, deviation trends, and effectiveness checks — to leadership

Regulatory & Audit Readiness

• Support TTB, Illinois ILCC/DSP, and applicable regulatory compliance
• Prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation; support regulatory inspections and third-party audits
• Stay current on evolving regulations and flag operational or compliance risk to leadership

Supplier & Incoming Material Quality

• Review incoming material Certificates of Analysis (COAs) against spec
• Support supplier qualification, quality agreements, and vendor quality assessments

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner closely with Operations, the plant floor team, and the COO to resolve quality issues without slowing production unnecessarily
• Own client-facing quality commitments — understand spec requirements by SKU/client and ensure the floor executes to them
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in science, engineering, or related field of study
• 2 - 4 years of quality assurance experience in a regulated beverage, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of GMP practices, Good Documentation Practices, and root cause investigation/CAPA methodology
• Experience reviewing batch records and production documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Strong organizational, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and digital documentation tools
• Regular and predictable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in spirits, beverage, or co-packing manufacturing
• Familiarity with TTB/DSP bonded facility requirements and Illinois ILCC regulations
• Experience with microbiological or potency testing oversight and COA review
• Track record of building or maturing a quality program from the ground up
• Experience supporting or leading regulatory inspections/audits

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000