Manager, Quality Assurance- Nights

The Coca-Cola Company•Auburndale, FL

5d•$109,000 - $129,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Manager leads and oversees all plant quality and sanitation activities to ensure adherence to Coca‑Cola specifications, regulatory standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Serving as a technical expert and advisor, the Quality Manager drives continuous improvement efforts and safeguards food safety and product quality throughout the facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in science (Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline) Or Equivalent work experience
Minimum of two (2) years of experience analyzing and interpreting scientific data related to food industry quality assurance.
Knowledge of FSSC (ISO), FDA and USDA requirements for juice and juice drink manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of GMP, auditing requirements, and quality systems.
Good understanding of computer systems related to supply chain operations and quality management systems.
Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and implement process improvement action plans.
Proven experience managing laboratory operations, including testing methods, data integrity, and documentation controls.
Strong knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., ISO, HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA, OSHA, or provincial/federal equivalents).
Experience establishing, maintaining, and auditing quality systems, procedures, and work instructions.
Ability to analyze quality data, identify trends, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Experience with calibration, validation, and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and audit responses.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop laboratory and quality professionals.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

Juice HACCP certification and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) experience preferred.
Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership, direction, and oversight for all Quality Assurance (QA associates).
Lead and manage new initiatives or special projects that impact the entire plant, including sanitation process improvements, regulatory updates, and operational changes.
Act as a technical consultant for sanitation, quality, and food safety topics both within and outside the plant.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement corrective and preventive action plans.
Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola Operating Requirements, ISO, FDA and USDA regulations, and applicable local and state requirements.
Participate in and support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
Ensure all sanitation, quality, and laboratory documentation is accurate, complete, and audit‑ready.
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to ensure consistent execution of sanitation and quality programs.
Promote a culture of food safety, quality ownership, and continuous improvement.