Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will be responsible for ensuring timely and effective implementation of all company’s policies, procedures, and activities involved in assuring the quality of manufactured products. She/he maintains close working relationships with other department managers and supervisory personnel to meet and maintain product quality, identify, solve, and prevent problems affecting product quality, maximize productivity, and comply with regulatory requirements.

TYPE: Full Time;

LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPAK’s Beverage Manufacturing Facility in Fort Worth, Texas.

BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:

• PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the Company.
• A cell phone stipend 
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and direct quality assurance technicians who are responsible for enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices and other quality-related policies to meet product quality standards.
• Review Production Batch Records and other manufacturing-related documents to verify compliance and record keeping for all mandated manufacturing processes, quality checks, testing, sampling, and sanitation activities.
• Review quality control of raw materials, packaging components, labels, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications and regulatory standards.
• Follow up with implemented programs (GMPs, Good Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Control, Equipment Calibration, Organic Certification, etc.) to ensure compliance by all employees and other personnel in the manufacturing facility.
• Assist in coordinating testing results involving finished products, raw materials, and packaging components and the appropriate release and hold programs associated with these materials.
• Oversee the "On Hold" product program, including the status, release, and destruction of "Rejected" products.
• Assist in investigating and correcting quality-related issues (including customer complaints) through collaboration with other departments.
• Make proactive recommendations and offering/presenting solutions to the Quality Systems & regulatory Compliance Department Management to improve quality and work efficiency.
• Share knowledge, skills, and information with other personnel in the Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance Department and across functional areas.
• Assist in implementing policies, operating procedures, quality systems, and programs that ensure proper testing, evaluation, inspection, and technical support to meet product quality standards.
• Participate in all regulatory, third-party party, and customer audits and inspections and corrective action response.
• Quality assurance technicians/auditors ensure good performance by mentoring, training, setting expectations, providing accountability, and performing evaluations.
• Maintain a fair and professional work environment that focuses on the business objectives but also balances quality of work-life factors for employees.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings
• Perform other duties as directed by the Quality Systems Management

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related field (Biology, Microbiology, Food Microbiology, etc.)
• At least 3 years’ experience in Beverage industry
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is preferred
• Prior managerial experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices, preferably 21CFR Part 117, and food safety
• Good understanding of quality testing within the food and beverage industry to include analytical, microbiological, and sensory evaluation.
• Ability to work under pressure (in an extremely fast paced environment), meet deadlines (overtime work required) and make effective decisions
• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office applications) and computer-based applications)
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to details
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines
• Must be able to effectively communicate ideas (verbally and in writing), be a self-starter and handle difficult reporting situations
• Preferred: HACCP certification, Allergen Control training, Food Recall training, etc.

OUR VALUES

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.

• Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.
• Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.
• Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above the head and below the waist.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 10-12 hours.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs