Quality Assurance Supervisor 1st Shift

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

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the Silk Spring area beverage facility. The role leads QA teams in the lab and on the floor to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will coach staff, review test results, and drive improvements across processes.

The position offers a first shift with possible additional coverage on weekends/holidays. Requires 1–3 years in manufacturing, with a science background and strong QA knowledge.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with a science background.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Manufacturing experience and food industry knowledge.
• Familiarity with lab equipment and testing in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of sanitation, beverage processes, and microbiology or aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with HPLC and GC techniques.
• 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.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Availability to work first shift with flexibility for additional coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA personnel and organize daily activities.
• Develop team through training and feedback.
• Partner with Production to resolve quality concerns and support food safety.
• Oversee QA programs, documentation, training, and audits.
• Maintain compliance with specs, regulations, and certifications.
• Review lab data, investigate exceptions, and identify trends.
• Recommend process improvements based on data.
• Prepare for audits and assist as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement to boost quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Math skills

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Team development

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Background in biology/chemistry/food science/health sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical software

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Quality Assurance Supervisor – 1st Shift

Beverage Manufacturing | Silver Spring Area, MD

Base Salary: $65,000–$75,000, depending on experience
Schedule: First shift. Flexibility for additional shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required based on operational needs.

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting a Quality Assurance Supervisor for a confidential beverage manufacturer in the Silver Spring area.

This role leads quality personnel in the laboratory and on the production floor, ensuring products meet established quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements. You’ll coach your team, review laboratory results, support audits, and partner with plant departments to improve processes and maintain consistent product quality.

Key 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.

Required 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.

• 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.

• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk the manufacturing floor, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 pounds.

• Availability to work first shift with flexibility for additional coverage when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or relevant experience in biology, chemistry, food science, or health sciences.

• Experience with Microsoft Office, statistical software, SAP, and Kronos.

Work Environment

Work takes place in laboratory and manufacturing areas that may involve elevated noise, wet conditions, and significant temperature variations.