1st Shift Quality Assurance Technician FoodBeverage Manufacturing

Circle Beverage; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle Beverage is seeking a 1st Shift Quality Assurance Technician to oversee quality assurance programs in its manufacturing plant. This role involves batch testing, compliance oversight, and collaboration with the production team to ensure product quality and safety. The position offers opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401k Match

Performance bonus opportunities

Progressive paid-time-off policy

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years leading food/beverage quality programs.
• Experience in HACCP and SQF preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Coach production team on SOP compliance.
• Conduct batch testing and manage records.
• Oversee ingredient document control.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Quality Control

Food Safety

Job description

1st Shift - Quality Assurance Technician

Department: Quality

Reports to: Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager

Circle Beverage manufactures products that help people to find balance & feel good, one drink at a time. Our mission is to provide enriching careers for our people, to uplift our partners, and to benefit society through our products and services. At Circle we live & breathe by our core values, which can be viewed here.

Team Circle is collaborative, and we push each other to achieve excellence. We help each other. We work toward the same goals, whether they are small or large, short-term or long-term, and we cross the finish line together. Our team is energetic and eager to come to work every day. We love the work we do because we know we are making the world a better place. We welcome everyone. We are kind to one another. We meet frequently. We have monthly town halls and other company social events. We do this to stay connected, focused, and have fun together. We are committed to creating an enjoyable, fulfilling workplace.

The 1st Shift Quality Assurance Technician is a full-time role that is accountable for the oversight and continuous improvement of Circle's quality assurance programs across the beverage manufacturing plant. The position is a full-time (40 hrs/wk), second-shift position that is based at Circle's manufacturing headquarters (no remote work option). As a Quality Assurance Technician at Circle, you will be given the opportunity to be a part of a growing business with opportunities to expand your career. We grow as you grow – it’s a full Circle!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working alongside & coaching the production team to ensure compliance with SOP's.

• Batch Testing: pH, Brix, TA, sensory testing.

• Batch Record creation, review, and filing.

• Production printer setup, changes, and print verification.

• Oversee Retainer Sample Library.

• Inbound Ingredient Document Control: COA, SDS, etc.

• Production-related chemical usage and inventory

• EMP Swabbing

• 3rd Party sample capture, preparation, and delivery to 3rd party lab.

• Manage equipment calibration program.

• Help lead corrective action investigation and logging.

What experience are we looking for?

• A minimum of 2 years leading & overseeing a food/beverage manufacturing quality program

• Eligible to work in the USA.

• Valid drivers license.

• Experience in HACCP and SQF Food Safety Systems. Preferred, but not required: you are certified in HACCP, PCQI and/or SQF Practitioner.

• Proven track record of your dedication to making safety and quality a top priority and working collaboratively in a team environment.

What You’ll Gain in this position:

• Knowledge of SQF quality systems in the beverage industry.

• Open access to leadership and regular business updates.

• Benchmarking with other manufacturers in the food & beverage space.

• The opportunity to expand your role & responsibilities over time.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Company-sponsored benefit package, including Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401k Match, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• A progressive paid-time-off policy

• Elective benefits including 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, and others

• A casual dress code

• Performance bonus opportunities

At Circle, we strive to promote Transparency and Accessibility. We encourage everyone on the team to speak up, ask questions, innovate and collaborate. Come join Team Circle today!