First-Shift Beverage QA Lead — Quality and Compliance

CareerNerds, LLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC in the Silver Spring area of MD is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for first shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. The role leads QA staff in the laboratory and on the production floor to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements.

You will coach QA personnel, review lab data, support audits, and partner with plant departments to sustain product quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or comparable college/technical education in biology, chemistry, food science, health sciences, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Manufacturing experience and knowledge of food industry practices.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of sanitation, beverage processes, and microbiological or aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with liquid chromatography (HPLC) and gas chromatography (GC).
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, organization, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Availability to work first shift with flexibility for additional coverage when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA personnel, organize daily activities, and communicate expectations for quality, safety, and performance.
• Develop team members through training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Partner with Production and other departments to resolve quality concerns and support food safety practices.
• Oversee assigned quality management programs, including documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Maintain compliance with product specifications, regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and certification standards.
• Review laboratory data for accuracy, investigate exceptions, and identify trends requiring corrective action.
• Recommend process improvements based on testing results and quality performance.
• Prepare for and assist with regulatory, certification, customer, and internal audits.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Coaching & development

Prioritization

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical education in biology/chemistry/food science

Tools

HPLC

Gas chromatography (GC)

Microsoft Office

SAP

Kronos

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC in the Silver Spring area of MD is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for first shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. The role leads QA staff in the laboratory and on the production floor to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements.

You will coach QA personnel, review lab data, support audits, and partner with plant departments to sustain product quality and regulatory compliance.