Assistant Quality Manager

2 months ago

Waco, United States Refresco Full time

Make a Difference in YOUR Career

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Position Description

The Assistant Quality Manager oversees the quality department with responsibility for total product/package quality, cost management, safety, compliance, GMPs, and executing all Quality protocols to ensure Plant Quality objectives are met. This position reports to the Quality Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

Adhere to and enforce all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).Directly manage the Quality team to achieve KPIs and CI project goals, while tracking costs, reducing waste, overseeing employee training, and maintaining department morale.Responsible for direct management and utilization of laboratory (analytical and microbiology), water treatment, syrup blending, sanitation, microbiological equipment, raw materials, and all quality processes.Optimize resources while ensuring raw materials and finished product meet specifications and manufacturing standards and in accordance with FDA, CFIA, GMP's, HACCP, and all other governmental policies, procedures, and regulations.Oversee daily Quality inspections to ensure all products are meeting compliance.Responsible for departmental non-conformances and implementation of corrective action ensuring all corrective actions are documented and outstanding actions closed in timely manner.Ensure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards. Investigate and identify root causes of any non-compliance.Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.Accountable for a safe working environment through the development of strategies focused on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization.

Education and Experience:

Undergraduate degree in Food Science, Quality or related discipline or field.Minimum 5 years of direct management experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment, preferable food/beverage industry.Knowledge of quality management systems, HACCP plans, food safety and security standards, and governmental regulatory relating to the food / beverage industry.

Required Skills:

Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented.Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.Ability to apply statistical methods to analyze data and identify trends.Familiarity with ISO, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations preferred.Able to read and understand metric system.

Competencies:

Leadership: Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success.Problem-solving: Capacity to identify and resolve production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime and optimize output.Decision-making: Aptitude for making sound decisions under pressure, considering factors like cost, quality, and time constraints.Communication: Strong communication skills to liaise with other departments, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as to provide clear instructions to teams. 

Working Conditions:

Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold (laboratory is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.Sitting for periods of time.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

Medical/dental/vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) savings plan with company match Paid holidays and vacation Well-being benefits Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER

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