Night Shift QA Supervisor – Beverage Manufacturing

Henderson Group; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Group in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the night shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. You will lead QA personnel on the production floor and in the laboratory, ensuring products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The role involves developing your team, evaluating testing results, supporting audits, and partnering with plant departments to drive process improvements and consistent product quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or comparable college or technical education, with a background in biology, chemistry, food science, health sciences, or a related discipline.
• One to three years of relevant work experience.
• 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 stated overnight schedule, with flexibility for additional coverage.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk the 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 assigned 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

Communication

Organization

Team development

Education

Associate degree or technical education

Tools

Laboratory equipment

HPLC

Gas Chromatography

Kronos

SAP

Job description

Henderson Group in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the night shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer. You will lead QA personnel on the production floor and in the laboratory, ensuring products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The role involves developing your team, evaluating testing results, supporting audits, and partnering with plant departments to drive process improvements and consistent product quality.