Quality Supervisor, Nights

Refresco; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Sick Time Off

Vacation Days

Job summary

Refresco, located in San Angelo, Texas, is seeking a Supervisor Quality to oversee day-to-day quality operations and ensure compliance with health and safety policies. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Food Science or related field and at least three years of supervisory experience in a high-speed beverage manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong leadership skills, knowledge of quality systems, and ability to manage KPIs to meet production targets. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Three years of supervisory experience in quality within a high-speed beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of quality systems (GMP, HACCP, SQF); certification preferred.
• BS degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day quality operations and implement quality systems.
• Lead and direct the work of other employees in quality.
• Track departmental KPIs to manage daily requirements.

Skills

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP

Experience using measurement tools and equipment

Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable

Ability to apply statistical methods

High precision and accuracy

Knowledge of GFSI, GMP, FDA standards

Prior inspection experience

Strong communication and analytical skills

Education

BS degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology

Tools

HPLC

pH meters

Job description

Position Description

Reporting to the Manager Quality, the Supervisor Quality is responsible for overseeing day-to-day quality operations including implementation and monitoring of quality and sanitation systems to facilitate compliance with company objectives and regulatory requirements.

Shift

Night, 4pm - 12:30am

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
• Understand and be proficient with Lab Data Collection Program, SAP, Food Safety and Quality Plans, Water Treatment, Batching Process, Internal Sanitation, Microbiology, Environmental Monitoring Programs, and Product Testing Requirements.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
• Lead and direct the work of other employees.
• Have some authority for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for direct supervision of Quality employees.
• Knowledge of all applicable regulations including AIB, SQF, State, City, Federal, Kosher, Gluten Free and customer requirements.
• Support and maintain compliance with third‑party food safety and quality certification requirements, including implementation and continual improvement of the facility’s food safety and quality management systems.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the SQF System and ensure compliance with all relevant food safety and quality requirements.
• Track departmental KPIs to manage daily requirements and budgetary deliverables.
• Use SAP, specifically the Quality Module, to post process orders, access finished goods reports, print and enter completed PMs, access negative inventory, and perform a mock recall through the system.
• Know local and corporate QMS Policies and Procedures, SOPs, and understand how quality data is achieved; proficient with laboratory testing methods, product standards/specifications, and demonstrate technical decision making.
• Communicate Site Quality Objectives, Policies, and Procedures to employees across all functional departments and maintain accountability.
• Use Lab Data Collection Programs to track, analyze, and trend data, enter new products, update specifications, and manage key metrics such as product limits, hold product, employee benchmarks, and certificates of analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in good working condition, schedule preventative maintenance and calibration, and order lab and sanitation supplies and consumables.
• Assist with the approval/release/rejection of all raw materials, finished goods, and in-process materials.
• Understand basic chemistry and laboratory equipment, root cause analysis, food safety and food quality metrics/limits; proficient with in‑process batch adjustments.
• Provide strong training and personal development to drive new productivity goals as defined from time to time.
• Demonstrate leadership to employees to ensure consistent quality of work.
• Audit and maintain records necessary for compliance requirements.
• Take action when notified or become aware of any Food Safety or Food Quality issue.
• Accountable for a safe working environment through strategies focused on accident reduction and energy and waste minimization.
• Backup to Quality Manager.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Experience using measurement tools and equipment (e.g., HPLC, densitometer, pH meters).
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to apply statistical methods to analyze data and identify trends.
• High precision and accuracy in inspection and testing processes.
• Knowledge of GFSI, GMP, FDA, and other relevant standards and regulations preferred.
• Prior inspection experience in a laboratory setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Competencies

• Leadership – Foster empowerment, build trustful relationships, lead courageously, and inspire growth.
• Time Management – Efficiently manage schedules, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing demands.
• Adaptability – Flexibility to adapt to changing production environments and requirements.

Education and Experience

• BS degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Three (3) plus years of supervisory experience in quality within a high‑speed beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of quality systems (GMP, HACCP, SQF); certification preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight, and holidays may be required.
• Environment: Fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts; noise levels require hearing protection; temperatures can be very hot or relatively cold; clear production targets and schedules to meet.

Travel Requirements

• Rarely required.

Physical Requirements

• Visual/Sensory – Requires attention to detail; may involve use of one or two senses at a time.
• Mental Stress – Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, and accuracy demands.

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off
• Well‑being Benefit
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.