Circle Beverage ยท 11 hours ago
Manager, Batching & Quality Control
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expCircle Beverage is seeking a highly organized and proactive Batching & Quality Control Manager to oversee critical departments ensuring adherence to their core values. The role involves managing a 24-hour team responsible for the batching and quality control processes, while also fostering a positive company culture and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
ManufacturingPackaging ServicesWholesale
Responsibilities
Accountable for the end-to-end batching process, which includes pick lists, kitting, batching, blending, spec signoff, and preparation for packaging
Direct supervisor for the Batching Technicians
Responsible for the batching room, all batching equipment, and other assets of the batching department
Owns all SOPs related to the batching department and process
Accountable for food safety, quality, and sanitation activities across the department
Accountable for the end-to-end quality control process, which includes hourly FSQA checksheets, product inspections, seam checks, fill level checks, batch spec signoff, sensory, and more
Conducts internal audits to identify process gaps, and participates in the process to close those gaps
Works alongside the Quality Assurance Manager to support regulatory, compliance, customer, and other requirements
Direct supervisor for the Quality Control technicians
Responsible for the quality control lab and all equipment and assets of the lab and QC process
Owns all SOPs related to the companywide quality control process
Accountable for food safety, quality, and sanitation activities across the department
Lead, develop, and grow the direct reports of the department
Invest in the performance and growth of the direct reports of the department
Be a force for driving the company culture across the department
Accountable for team member performance and engagement across a 24 hour operation. Is able to work a flexible schedule to periodically be present on each shift, to allow for personal coaching, develop, and interaction with all team members
Develop and oversee an internal continuous improvement (CI) process for the company
Develop and oversee the internal Safety committee and initiatives for the company
Qualification
Required
At least three years of experience as a supervisor or manager in beverage manufacturing with direct experience overseeing activities such as blending, batching, brewing, and quality control of a 24-hour manufacturing operation
You have exhibited mastery in developing skilled employees to achieve self-sufficiency, certifications, and developed into future leaders
You have experience with performance-managing people out and managing others up to a higher level of performance
You have led continuous improvement initiatives within a LEAN, Six Sigma, or comparable program
You have been trained in food safety, quality control, GMP's, and other relevant regulations
You have a history of using data and structure to drive discipline within your teams
Preferred
You hold a certification in one of these improvement methodologies
You hold a PCQI certification
Benefits
A collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Opportunities to grow and take on new challenges.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on company culture and employee experience.
Company
Circle Beverage
Circle Beverage is a manufacturing company that offers batching, processing, and packaging services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matt Whiteside
Co-Founder and CEO
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