Senior Manager of Quality Assurance
Company: Patco Brands
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Patco Brands is one of the fastest growing beverage companies in
the United States. Independently owned, Patco has established
itself by using 100% Blue Weber Agave and a proprietary process to
innovate within the fast growing ready-to-drink spirits
category.Patco is a maker of margaritas, tequila, hard seltzers,
Irish cream liqueur, and other spirits, under our own brands and
for private labels. Our own brands and private labels, with
nationwide distribution, include: Rancho La Gloria Ready to Drink
Margaritas
Rancho La Gloria Ranch Water
Big Sipz Kirkland Signature Tequila
Kirkland Signature Hard Seltzers Dough Ball WhiskeyPatco products
are sold in every major retailer including Costco, H.E.B., Kroger
s, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods Market, just to name a
few.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The
Senior Manager of Quality Assurance will play an integral part in
the continued development and improvement of our quality assurance
program. This role will require a deep understanding of quality
management systems, a strong sense of urgency, and a passion for
delivering products that exceed customers
expectations. The Senior Manager of Quality Assurance is
responsible for real time QA communication for contract wine, beer,
spirits, dairy, and frozen treat production and leads continuous
development of laboratory methods and procedures. Travel ability
required.Responsibilities: Continue to develop and maintain a
robust Quality Management System (QMS) with existing team to ensure
compliance with regulatory requirements and internal
standards.Support the continuous improvement of QMS processes,
including documentation, audits, and corrective/preventive
actions.Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to establish and
enforce product quality specifications, ensuring consistency and
adherence to brand and company standards.Conduct regular product
quality inspections and audits and lead investigations into any
deviations from established standards.Train and provide ongoing
guidance and Quality related directives to the company and Contract
Manufactures.Assist with creating and implementing SOPs for all
contract manufactures.Work closely with procurement team to
establish and maintain a flow of high-quality raw materials and
ingredients. Develop and implement quality assurance programs to
monitor raw materials and ingredients.Gather, analyze data and
prepare reports related to the various production processes of our
complex portfolio.Be in the know of new and upcoming industry
regulations and standards related to beverage manufacturing
ensuring company compliance with local, national, and international
regulations.Performs other related duties as assigned and/or
required.Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in food science, chemistry, biology or a related
field; master s 6+ years of progressive experience in quality
assurance within the food, beverage or alc bev industry Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to
detail. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the
ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams to drive
successful product development initiatives. Extensive professional
post-college experience in Quality Assurance, including experience
managing a Quality Assurance program. Experience with a Food Safety
Management SystemBy applying for this position, we are collecting
personal information from you. Please read our privacy notice in
the link below for information on how we collect and process your
personal
information.https://www.patcobrands.com/privacy-policy/
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