Quality Control Manager - Beverage

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Manager will oversee all quality assurance and quality control functions at a Bottling facility. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and customer expectations by managing inspections, audits, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage daily QC operations, including lab testing, inspections, and documentation

• Develop and implement quality assurance procedures to maintain compliance with FDA, HACCP, SQF, and other regulatory bodies

• Lead internal audits and coordinate third-party inspections

• Investigate quality issues and customer complaints, determining root cause and corrective actions

• Train and supervise quality control technicians and ensure adherence to safety and hygiene protocols

• Monitor and analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and R&D teams to uphold product quality standards

• Maintain detailed and organized records of testing results and compliance documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field

• 5+ years of quality control/assurance experience in the beverage or food manufacturing industry

• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, and SQF certification processes

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Strong leadership and communication abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management systems (QMS)

Benefits:

• Salary $90K 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays