New Windsor
Job Description We are an established beverage company and are seeking Quality Control Manager to oversee and maintain sanitation and quality control operations within our food manufacturing facility. This role ensures all products are manufactured in accordance with company SOPs and regulatory compliance standards, including FDA and HACCP. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience in food production, a deep understanding of food safety standards, and strong leadership capabilities. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Oversee sanitation and quality control processes to ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, and company standards (along with compliance manager)., • Check the quality of raw materials and validate the proper materials for production. Report material quality issues during production to raw materials team., • Maintain a safe, clean, and productive work environment across the facility., • Create, update, and manage product specifications and documentation in internal systems., • Perform high-volume data entry tasks, including spec sheet creation and updates., • Perform daily checks, including, but not limited to: Brix, TA, bottle cuts, enamel checks, seam checks, and CO2 checks., • Inspect all incoming products and provide quality feedback., • Maintain and manage all FDA-regulated documentation and compliance., • Train and supervise QC Technicians in food safety and SQF protocols., • Ensure the Quality Control/Sanitation department is well-staffed and trained., • Responsible for cross-training employees., • Must provide constructive feedback and discipline staff as needed., • Lead shelf-life testing and manage microbiological testing protocols (collaborate with QA)., • Work with quality assurance to ensure labels are proper and approved. Monitor and program Critical Control Points (CCPs) throughout the facility • Conduct pre-op/post-op inspections on equipment and products, • Perform hourly quality checks: net weight, lot codes, best-by dates, proper codes, product specifications (pH, brix, CO2, TA, etc.), moisture levels, sensory evaluations, bottle cuts, seam checks, enamel checks, and pallet inspection., • Oversee sanitation verification and allergen testing on equipment and production areas., • Assure all in-line equipment that assists with the quality of the product (filtecs, taptones, rejection devices, air knives, and nitro dosers)., • Ensure along with production and compliance that all GMPs are being followed. Qualifications & Experience, • Bachelor's degree in a related field required., • 3+ years of experience in a food, dairy, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment required., • Active HACCP certification required • Strong supervisory and leadership skills., • Excellent organizational l and multitasking abilities., • Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. Special Requirements, • Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, or climb for the duration shift. • Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, and noisy environments typical of food manufacturing facilities., • Comfortable wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) throughout the shift, including but not limited to composite or steel toe safety boots, safety glasses, hair net/beard net, and nitrile cut resistant gloves. Benefits, • Comprehensive health insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, short term/long-term disability, and accident insurance. Your are eligible to enroll in insurance coverage after 30 days of continuous employment. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the following month., • 401k retirement program - you are eligible to enroll after 90 days of continuous employment and it is effective on the 1st of the following month., • Comprehensive health insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, short term/long-term disability, and accident insurance. Your are eligible to enroll in insurance coverage after 30 days of continuous employment. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the following month., • Paid Holidays: 7 per year., • Sick/Personal Days: Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked; up to a maximum of 7 days per year.