3rd Shift Quality Manager

Position

3rd shift Quality Manager

Department

Operations/Quality & Production

Manager

Paul Henri Demers

Job Type

Full-time, Exempt

Location

Burlington, NC

Hours 11pm-7:00am.

Job Details

Company Background

Alamance is recognized as a leading manufacturer of aerosol whipped cream, flavored drinks, freeze pops, and bottled water, offering beloved brands like Classic Cream, Fun Pops, Coffee Toppers, Whipt, and Groovy Glacier. We produce, pack and ship private labels based on customer specific needs. An innovative company with proven experience in creating exciting new products that redefine what is possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Position Opportunity

This role manages all activities associated with their front-line team, to positively impact the overall department. You will lead a team of 15 to 80 hourly quality control, manufacturing, warehouse, or traffic associates with varying levels of experience, along with possibly salaried exempt associates. You will be responsible for optimizing operational efficiency, driving cost reduction initiatives, maintaining food safety and regulatory standards, and developing a high-performance team. We strongly prefer candidates with a solid regulatory and quality background, including experience with PCQI, HACCP, GFSI. Alchemy system knowledge is a plus.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead operations across production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping.
• Perform item releases, record reviews, and revise SOPs and production documents.
• Conduct sanitation and safety monitoring throughout the facility.
• Maintain and manage required team training and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, including HACCP and GFSI.
• Provide support and documentation during audits.
• Identify root causes and drive corrective actions (RCA).
• Maintain accurate inventory and reduce waste.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and lead improvement projects.

Qualifications

Education/Training/Certifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

• PCQI, HACCP, GFSI experience preferred
• Alchemy system experience is a plus

Related Experience

• 2+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably food/beverage
• Experience with audits and regulatory compliance

Knowledge/Skills Experience

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards
• TPM or Lean Manufacturing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills

Travel Requirements

Travel between sites within Alamance County.

Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use of hands, fingers
• Reaching with hands and arms
• Climb and balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Talk and hear
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Alamance Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.

Employment Eligibility

Alamance Foods Inc. participates in the federal E-Verify program. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.