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Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. ยท 6 days ago
Quality Assurance Analyst
Mills River, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$18.08/hr - $30.16/hr
1+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Accurately analyze in-process and finished products and report any out of specification results/trends to lab supervisor/production staff to initiate corrective action
Maintain product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, product specifications, and quality procedures; complete tasks thoroughly and accurately to ensure compliance with quality standards
Participate in production (brewing & packaging) processes, delivering superior internal customer service; isolate and contain product that does not meet quality standards
Responsible for delivering on actions to out of specification test results and quality issue investigation
Communicates effectively to brewery stakeholders via production tools such as: pass down, Microsoft Teams, radio, etc.
Calibrate, maintain and repair lab and field equipment to ensure the instruments are operational and reliable at all times
Escalates urgent issues in a timely manner; knows when to ask for guidance/help
Demonstrates technical skills and abilities needed to effectively and fully complete tasks within assigned position
Utilizes technical knowledge for problem solving and troubleshooting
Utilizes routines, standard work, and established processes
Attention to detail and capable of focusing on the task at hand while paying attention to what is happening around them
Capable of discerning urgent versus non-urgent information; responds accordingly
This role is responsible for production and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) System as defined in the SQF Code. There will be Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety and Food Security Training as required by Local, State, Federal and SNBC policies. All duties will be completed in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of Company Safety Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF). Employees shall report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's Degree in a science or food related discipline preferred or any combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved required
1 year Experience in quality assurance and quality control in a production environment preferred
1 year Previous experience in a brewery or manufacturing environment preferred
1 year Experience in some or all of the following areas: Food/beverage microbiology, Glass and packaging material quality & integrity testing, Development and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs), Food/beverage sanitation & chemical hygiene, Independent work & teamwork, Gas chromatography, Workflow optimization, Root cause analysis or other complex problem-solving techniques, Statistical Process Control (SPC), HACCP, internal audits, and good manufacturing practices (FSMA, cGMP), Risk assessment and risk management, Continuous improvement activities and methods preferred
Skilled in data analysis and communication
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Must understand good laboratory practices
Ability to follow, SOPs, testing protocols and assays
2 years Experience in quality assurance and quality control in a production environment required
2 years Previous experience in a brewery or manufacturing environment required
2 years Experience in some or all of the following areas: Food/beverage microbiology, Glass and packaging material quality & integrity testing, Development and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs), Food/beverage sanitation & chemical hygiene, Independent work & teamwork, Gas chromatography, Workflow optimization, Root cause analysis or other complex problem-solving techniques, Statistical Process Control (SPC), HACCP, internal audits, and good manufacturing practices (FSMA, cGMP), Risk assessment and risk management, Continuous improvement activities and methods preferred
Strong team player with the ability to build relationships at all levels within the organization
Ability to champion innovative approaches that lead to improved business performance
Achievement oriented and well organized in meeting business and team objectives
Ability to demonstrate high level of skills in data collection & analysis to facilitate effective problem solving
Advanced knowledge of brewery practices in brewing, packaging, microbiology, and/or food safety
Benefits
401(k) Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Onsite Medical Clinic
Mental Health and Well-being Benefits
Paid Sick Leave
Generous Paid Time Off
Company
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Quality, Integrity, People, Community and Sustainability These are not just words, but a cultural lifestyle and commitment at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Janicki
Chief Financial Officer | Chief Information Officer
Charlotte Henderson
Talent Acquisition Partner
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