Quality Control Specialist, 2nd shift

2 months ago


Lynchburg, United States Brown-Forman Full time

Meaningful Work From Day One

Responsible for monitoring quality and adherence to specifications for all whiskey production on all shifts. Provides information to all production employees on the interpretation and application of related quality standards by using problem-solving techniques and objective testing to assure conformance to standards. Collects and reports quality, production, and process information to management. The primary conductor of laboratory testing and other departmental activities to maintain compliance with TTB regulations. Provides support for meeting quality goals.

What You Can Expect

Quality Control:

Perform accurate and timely analysis of raw materials, production, by-product samples, and any other samples that may be necessary to monitor the production process.

Perform data entry and analysis as required to maintain production logs or other data capture tools.

Maintain, calibrate, and ensure the reliability of laboratory equipment.

Ensure that sensory routine and training samples are pulled, prepared, and placed into the sensory booths as scheduled. Assist with result interpretation and analysis.

Participate in the Housekeeping and Sanitation Committee. Conduct HK&S and Quality System audits as assigned. Follow up with stakeholders to ensure corrective actions are being taken to address findings.

Document any process deviations in EtQ and report to QC management.

Collect and composite samples to be sent to Brown-Forman R&D for analysis.

Assist in providing quality training for all employees as needed.

Participate in Laboratory Housekeeping and Sanitation activities.

Assist with Quality Analytical and Systems report generation and other duties as assigned.

This is a 2nd shift position, 3pm-11:30pm, Monday-Friday

Production Support:

Work closely with Distillery and By-Product area operators and management in monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on production processes.

Participate in process and product troubleshooting efforts and provide analytical support as requested.

Grain Testing: Monitor incoming grain quality through grain testing.

Milling: Monitor the milling process through Sieve analysis.

Mashing: Monitor mash and beer as needed to ensure process control and quality.

Fermentation: Monitor the Fermentation process to identify any deviations in product and process. Report any out of specification conditions to Distillery and QC management.

Distillation: Monitor still operation by analyzing samples for proof and base loss.

Charcoal Mellowing: Monitor vat performance through sensory analysis and setup. Track and report vat age and status weekly.

New Whiskey Loadout: Sample, monitor, and report loadout activities to ensure the accuracy of the distillery yield metric and TTB reporting requirements.

Cistern Room: Monitor barrel entry through New Whiskey Analysis.

Ensure compliance with new whiskey security protocols throughout the process.

What You Bring to the Table

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Related Science

Quality Related Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Comfortable interacting and troubleshooting in a production environment.

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated proficiency with current business software including MS Access.

Demonstrated ability to conduct analytical testing by following test methods and accurately interpreting results.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.

Must be dependable and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Possess physical capabilities to safely satisfy work requirements within industrial work settings. Includes the expectations of bending and lifting heavy objects (50+lbs).

Employee must be able to work in a hot/cold, noisy work environment, climb steps/walk/stand for extended periods of time and tolerate exposure to alcohol fumes, carbon dioxide and grain dust (corn, rye, malted barley).

Maintain awareness and demonstrate willingness to conform to GMP requirements as detailed in the Brown-Forman Quality Standards.

Employee must be able to work flexible schedules to support a 24-hour, 365 day operation. This will include weekends and Holidays and after hour call-in situations. Employee must be willing to adjust work schedule to meet production demands.

Employees must meet/comply with all safety requirements, attend required training and wear personal protective equipment where required.

What Makes You Unique

Experience in beverage or food industry.

At least 2 yrs of coursework in Chemistry if not a Chemistry Major

Analytical Instrumentation (HPLC, GC, GC-MS and NIR).

Professional certifications related to Quality.

Knowledge of TTB regulations.

Demonstrated knowledge of Statistical Process Control.

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.



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