3rd Shift Quality Manager

Alamance Foods Inc; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Burlington, NC is seeking a Quality Manager to optimize operational efficiency and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The candidate will lead a team, manage quality control operations, and maintain rigorous regulatory adherence. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in a manufacturing setting are essential. This full-time role offers opportunities for leadership development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably food/beverage.
• Experience with audits and regulatory compliance.
• Solid regulatory and quality background required.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, including HACCP and GFSI.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Alchemy system

Job description

Company Background

Alamance is recognized as a leading manufacturer of aerosol whipped cream, flavored drinks, freeze pops, and bottled water, offering beloved brands like Classic Cream, Fun Pops, Coffee Toppers, Whipt, and Groovy Glacier.

Position Opportunity

This role manages all activities associated with the front‑line team and positively impacts the overall department. You will lead a team of 15 to 80 hourly quality control, manufacturing, warehouse, or traffic associates with varying levels of experience, along with possibly salaried exempt associates.

Key responsibilities include optimizing operational efficiency, driving cost‑reduction initiatives, maintaining food safety and regulatory standards, and developing a high‑performance team.

We strongly prefer candidates with a solid regulatory and quality background—including experience with PCQI, HACCP, GFSI. Alchemy system knowledge is a plus.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Lead operations across production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping.
• Perform item releases, record reviews, and revise SOPs and production documents.
• Conduct sanitation and safety monitoring throughout the facility.
• Maintain and manage required team training and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, including HACCP and GFSI.
• Provide support and documentation during audits.
• Identify root causes and drive corrective actions (RCA).
• Maintain accurate inventory and reduce waste.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally and lead improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• PCQI, HACCP, GFSI experience preferred.
• Alchemy system experience is a plus.

Related Experience

• 2+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably food/beverage.
• Experience with audits and regulatory compliance.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards.
• TPM or Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership and problem‑solving skills.

Travel Requirements

Travel between sites within Alamance County.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, sitting.
• Use of hands, fingers, reaching with hands and arms.
• Climb and balance.
• Kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Talk and hear; vision and color vision requirements.
• Peripheral and depth perception requirements.

Key Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Quality Assurance.
Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing.

EEO Statement

Alamance Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.

Employment Eligibility

Alamance Foods Inc. participates in the federal E‑Verify program. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Form I‑9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.