Night Quality Assurance Supervisor – Beverages

6 Degrees Search; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the Roanoke area on the night shift, overseeing QA staff on the production floor and in the laboratory to ensure food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role involves coaching, audits, and collaboration with Production to drive continuous improvement and maintain consistent product quality in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or comparable college/technical education in biology, chemistry, food science, health sciences, or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing or QA.
• Manufacturing experience and knowledge of food industry practices.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, organization, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production setting.
• Availability to work the overnight schedule with flexibility for additional coverage.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk production floor, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA personnel, set daily priorities, and communicate expectations for quality, safety, and timely completion of work.
• Develop team members through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Partner with Production and other departments to address quality concerns and maintain food safety standards.
• Oversee quality management programs, including documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Support compliance with regulatory, certification, customer, and product specifications.
• Review laboratory results for accuracy, investigate exceptions, and identify unfavorable trends.
• Recommend process improvements based on testing data and quality performance.
• Prepare for and assist with internal audits and external regulatory, certification, and customer assessments.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen product quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team development

Prioritization

Adaptability

Education

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

Tools

HPLC

GC

Laboratory equipment

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the Roanoke area on the night shift, overseeing QA staff on the production floor and in the laboratory to ensure food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role involves coaching, audits, and collaboration with Production to drive continuous improvement and maintain consistent product quality in a manufacturing setting.