Sr. Manager, Quality

Swire Coca-Cola • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Quality leads the Manufacturing Quality discipline at a manufacturing plant. The role ensures the plant operates according to Coca-Cola KORE standards and that products meet high consumer-quality standards to protect brand integrity. The position also develops and maintains plant-level quality standards, documentation, processes, and procedures; supports and mentors quality staff; and works with bottlers and government agencies on quality practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years of experience in Quality Management in the food manufacturing industry; soft drink experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the science of soft drink production at the molecular level.
• Strong knowledge of industry quality standards for manufacturing food-grade products.
• Specific knowledge of state and local standards and requirements for water quality and raw materials used in food-grade production.
• Knowledge of Coca-Cola KORE and ISO quality standards in a soft drink environment.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in chemistry, biology, or a related science field.
• Experience in the soft drink industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop, guide, and measure in-plant quality standards needed to manufacture products that meet Coca-Cola and industry standards for consumer consumption.
• Hire, train, and mentor Quality Lab Technicians and Lab/Sanitation Supervisors to ensure they are qualified to carry out required quality processes and procedures.
• Guide the creation and maintenance of documentation, processes, and procedures to comply with Coca-Cola KORE and other industry and regulatory quality requirements for plant manufacturing.
• Build and maintain relationships with other Coca-Cola bottlers in Quality Management to learn and share best practices, provide guidance where appropriate, and stay informed about changing trends and requirements.
• Develop relationships with local and state government agencies responsible for water usage and quality standards, discharge standards, and related matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health coverage with three medical options, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Health Savings Accounts with company match.
• Free virtual primary care, acute care, and physical therapy.
• Free Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-paid vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental leave, disability leave, and volunteer time.
• Discounted and free product.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED