3rd shift Quality Specialist 1 at Campari Group

, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Control, Analytical Chemistry, Sensory Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Data Analysis, Minitab, HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO Standards, GMP, TTB Regulations, Problem Solving, Technical Communication, Calibration, Packaging Inspection

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

BE YOUR CAREER MIXOLOGIST After all, we are like mixologists that innovate the icons. Independent-minded people enjoying each other’s fresh perspectives. Each of us brings their own “Twist” that accentuates the whole, seizing opportunities and growing everyday. Shake things up with your unique expertise and desire to grow, by applying to the internal careers opportunities we offer to all our employees. Company: Campari America Job Title: Quality Specialist I Shift: 3rd shift- 10:30pm-7:00am Sun-Thurs Job Location: Lawrenceburg, KY Reports to: Quality Supervisor Organizational Layer (global, regional, or local): Local General Description of the Role The Quality Specialist will support PSC for the Wild Turkey Distillery. This position is responsible for the application and adherence of all quality control systems designed to ensure continuous production of product consistent with established standards, Campari specifications, customer expectations and production goals. Mission/Objectives To provide superior support to operations as well as other facets of the business by providing knowledge, expertise, and data accuracy while driving continuous improvement and problem solving. Key Responsibilities and Activities Safety: Follow prescribed PPE safety and clothing requirements for the designated work areas. Ensure all suppliers and vendors comply with relevant ISO and food safety standards. Quality: This position shall work with the North American Quality team to resolve any critical quality issues as defined by the US Quality Director, Plant Director, or Quality Supervisor. Ensure incoming bulk materials, such as grains, GNS and sweeteners, are in compliance with specifications. Execute incoming inspections on packaging materials, including glass, corks, closures, etc. Comply with all GMP, ISO, and Food Safety standards in place at the facility. Work with appropriate internal stakeholders to resolve identified quality risks. Perform analytical analyses on product using DMA’s, Refractometers, Turbidimeters, etc. Interpret quality control philosophy to key personnel within Company. Conduct multiple on-line checks of the process and production of finished product, ensuring package quality. Operate and support calibrations and verifications all quality instrumentation as needed. Conduct sensory analysis on appropriate distillery and bottling samples Place any non-conforming product on hold pending final disposition from the Quality Supervisor or Quality Director. Collect and analyze data from any issues occurring on-line for RCA investigations. Input testing data into relevant quality systems. Perform any other duties as assigned by management Efficiency: Ensure all required product and package testing is completed in a timely manner and meets the needs of Packaging Operations. Participate in cost saving measures, including supporting continuous improvement projects. Ensure all testing and equipment records are accurately completed and stored per retention policy. Key Relationships Internal: Americas Quality Team Quality Supervisor Quality Director - US Packaging Director Packaging Department Plant Director Distillery Quality External: Raw material suppliers/vendors Packaging suppliers/vendors 3PL Experience Required A minimum of 0-3 years’ experience in Quality Control. A minimum of 1-3 years’ experience with Microsoft Excel. Experience in beverage alcohol is a plus. Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing techniques a plus. Experience with developing/documenting procedures/methods. Experience working with high performance teams. Experience with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and FSSC 22000, or other food safety certification(s), a plus. Education / Professional Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or a related field Or an Associates Degree in a science (or related field) with additional relevant experience Skills Strong analytical and mathematical skills are preferred Analysis of statical data. Experience with Minitab (or something similar) is preferred. High attention to details Ability to problem solve Effective verbal and written communicator, to include interaction with internal and external customers. Proficient in Microsoft Office. A working knowledge of TTB regulations, ISO requirements and Food Safety processes to include HACCP is a plus. Other Essential Job Functions Must have the ability to multi-task in a high-speed manufacturing environment to meet production demands. Problem solving skills, attention to detail and customer service orientation are essential functions of this role. Physically able to navigate a plant/production environment – including the climbing of stairs, elevated walkways etc. Willingness to work independently on off-shifts, weekends and holidays, as necessary. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: At Campari Group we believe in building more value together, thus we see diversity in all forms as a source of enrichment. Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Campari Group believes that fair compensation and equal opportunities are crucial for employees’ well-being, empowerment, and engagement. Our efforts to ensure fair pay have earned us the Fair Pay Certification by Fair Pay Workplace, an independent organization dedicated to dismantling pay disparities based on gender, race and their intersection. Note to applicants: Your application will be assessed based on your abilities, expertise, general knowledge and experience, not because of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information you may possess. You must not disclose to Campari Group any such information. In the event that you are asked a question that cannot be answered without disclosure of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information (including from a current or prior employer or their vendors or customers), you must decline to answer the question. Notice to third party agencies: Please refrain from cold-calling or emailing our executive leadership team or the HR community directly. The Talent Acquisition department manages centralized recruiting operations globally, including the selection and management of external suppliers. Currently, our preferred supplier list is at full capacity. To ensure we have your information on file for future consideration, we kindly request that you complete the online form provided here.

Responsibilities

The Quality Specialist ensures production consistency by applying quality control systems and performing analytical tests on materials and finished products. They are responsible for monitoring GMP, ISO, and food safety standards while conducting root cause investigations for on-line issues.