Quality Assurance Supervisor 1st Shift

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

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the 1st shift in Silver Spring, MD. The role leads QA in the lab and on the floor to ensure products meet quality and safety standards.

You will coach the team, review results, support audits, and partner with production to improve processes and maintain consistent quality. Flexibility for additional shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent 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.
• Laboratory testing familiarity in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of sanitation, beverage processes, and microbiological or aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with HPLC and GC techniques.
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work first shift with flexibility for additional coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA personnel, organize daily activities, and set expectations for quality and safety.
• Develop team through training, coaching, and feedback.
• Collaborate with Production to resolve quality issues and support food safety.
• Oversee QA programs, documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Ensure compliance with product specs, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Review lab data, investigate exceptions, and identify corrective actions.
• Recommend process improvements based on results and trends.
• Prepare for regulatory, certification, and customer audits.
• Drive continuous improvement to strengthen quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Team development

Laboratory experience

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in biology/chemistry/food science/health sciences

Degree or experience in biology/chemistry/food science/health sciences (preferred)

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.