This position will be responsible to ensure and promote that the highest level of product quality is consistently achieved within the NHBC production facilities. Further, a successful applicant will demonstrate experience in determining the overall quality strategy and implementation of roadmaps achieve the overall quality goals for the company. This role has the responsibility of making sure that we operate within compliance of all local, federal and industry regulations including the FDA and TTB.
As a leader in the organization, we will look to you to proactively prepare clear explanatory documents for review with the appropriate individuals. Further, the analysis and preparation of data and charts is critical. Ensuring that test and procedures are properly understood and performed are a daily necessity. We are looking for the candidate who posses the ability to review the current procedures and improve upon them or identify new standards or technology which can be implemented to improve quality, cost or timing. The candidate will have the responsibility to oversee the taste panel and assist in educating team members in flavor evaluation skills. This role will have the responsibility as the lead champion for quality as well as to assure NHBC operates within the guidelines and methods and that product quality is not compromised.
Our ideal applicant should posses a minimum of 5 years of experience (including management / supervisory level) in the brewing, beverage or food manufacturing industry. A sciences degree ideally in microbiology, organic chemistry, biology, food science or brewing is required. A comprehensive understanding of the basic principles common in brewing is mandatory (home brewing experience is a plus). The working knowledge of process controls for manufacturing and statistical process control, including Six Sigma are expected. Additionally, strong organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills are essential.
The successful applicant will demonstrate a willingness to be an integral team member, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, stand or sit for extended periods of time and work in excessive temperatures for extended periods of time in a wet and loud production environment with chemicals of varying composition. This position requires lifting and coordination sufficient to inspect individual bottles and move cases of product.
This is a full-time position located at our production campus in Holland, MI and reporting to our Brewmaster. Passion for our brands and our company is part of the job; brewing great beer is the other part of the job.
**Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to each applicant. We will contact you if your qualifications are applicable to the position for which you are applying. No phone calls, please.
