Quality Specialist 1

Campari Group

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Specialist will support PSC for the Wild Turkey Distillery. This position is responsible for the application and adherence of all quality control systems designed to ensure continuous production of product consistent with established standards, Campari specifications, customer expectations and production goals.

Requirements

A minimum of 0-3 years’ experience in Quality Control.
A minimum of 1-3 years’ experience with Microsoft Excel.
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or a related field
Or an Associates Degree in a science (or related field) with additional relevant experience
Strong analytical and mathematical skills are preferred
High attention to details
Ability to problem solve
Effective verbal and written communicator, to include interaction with internal and external customers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Must have the ability to multi-task in a high-speed manufacturing environment to meet production demands.
Problem solving skills, attention to detail and customer service orientation are essential functions of this role.
Physically able to navigate a plant/production environment – including the climbing of stairs, elevated walkways etc.
Willingness to work independently on off-shifts, weekends and holidays, as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience in beverage alcohol is a plus.
Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing techniques a plus.
Experience with developing/documenting procedures/methods.
Experience working with high performance teams.
Experience with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and FSSC 22000, or other food safety certification(s), a plus.
Analysis of statical data. Experience with Minitab (or something similar) is preferred.
A working knowledge of TTB regulations, ISO requirements and Food Safety processes to include HACCP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Follow prescribed PPE safety and clothing requirements for the designated work areas.
Ensure all suppliers and vendors comply with relevant ISO and food safety standards.
This position shall work with the North American Quality team to resolve any critical quality issues as defined by the US Quality Director, Plant Director, or Quality Supervisor.
Ensure incoming bulk materials, such as grains, GNS and sweeteners, are in compliance with specifications.
Execute incoming inspections on packaging materials, including glass, corks, closures, etc.
Comply with all GMP, ISO, and Food Safety standards in place at the facility.
Work with appropriate internal stakeholders to resolve identified quality risks.
Perform analytical analyses on product using DMA’s, Refractometers, Turbidimeters, etc.
Interpret quality control philosophy to key personnel within Company.
Conduct multiple on-line checks of the process and production of finished product, ensuring package quality.
Operate and support calibrations and verifications all quality instrumentation as needed.
Conduct sensory analysis on appropriate distillery and bottling samples
Place any non-conforming product on hold pending final disposition from the Quality Supervisor or Quality Director.
Collect and analyze data from any issues occurring on-line for RCA investigations.
Input testing data into relevant quality systems.
Perform any other duties as assigned by management
Ensure all required product and package testing is completed in a timely manner and meets the needs of Packaging Operations.
Participate in cost saving measures, including supporting continuous improvement projects.
Ensure all testing and equipment records are accurately completed and stored per retention policy.