Sr. Quality Specialist at OLIPOP

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Document Control, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Organizational Skills, Communication, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Training Development, Team Mentoring, Performance Monitoring, Onboarding, Audit Coordination, Traceability

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

ABOUT OLIPOP At OLIPOP, we’re on a mission to positively impact consumer health at scale. And we’re doing it through something simple: soda. But not just any soda, a new kind of soda: one that’s delicious, refreshing, and actually good for you. This mission is deeply personal for our CEO, Co-Founder, and Formulator, Ben Goodwin. Like many of us, Ben grew up consuming the Standard American Diet: lots of soda and processed foods that prioritized convenience over nutrition. But at 14, he took his health into his own hands. After making significant changes to his nutrition and exercise, he lost 50 pounds and saw a transformation in his energy, mood, and emotional clarity. Those changes sparked a deep curiosity about the connection between nutrition and health. Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to make consumer health accessible to everyone. The mission was clear. The vehicle? Less so. After exploring the possibilities, Ben landed on an unexpected yet familiar choice: soda. It was something he loved as a kid, and he knew millions shared that same nostalgia. But this wouldn’t be just any soda. With most Americans falling short on daily fiber, Ben set out to create a version with more fiber and less sugar, one that was perfectly balanced. The result? A deliciously refreshing soda with 6 to 9 grams of fiber and 2 to 5 grams of sugar, delivering science-backed benefits without sacrificing the classic taste people crave. In 2018, the first OLIPOP cans hit the shelves, bringing Ben’s vision to life with a functional soda that anyone could enjoy. And by reimagining soda, we’re also reshaping culture. That means creating products that support health for all and building a business grounded in humanistic values: empathy, integrity, and a belief in better for everyone. From the ingredients we source to the culture we foster, we’re committed to proving that business (and beverage!) can be a force for good, and that soda has the power to bring people together. So join us, and let’s write a new American soda story together. One we can all feel good about. One OLIPOP at a time. THE ROLE In this role, under the supervision of the Senior Quality Manager the Sr. Quality Specialist will oversee quality control and assurance processes for all OLIPOP copackers, warehouses, blending facilities, and repacking facilities. The Sr. Quality Specialist will be helping to mentor and coach a team of regional quality specialists to ensure compliance with OLIPOP quality standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives for each third party contract partner facility. This role is responsible for upholding OLIPOP’s quality systems, and to ensure finished products meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. RESPONSIBILITIES Training Mentor a team of Quality Specialists in full adherence to OLIPOP’s quality standards. Develop and conduct training programs for onsite presence at copackers. Act as the point of contact between copackers and the OLIPOP Senior Quality Manager. Copacker Management Monitor copacker corrective action program by tracking non-conformances through an investigation platform and ensuring timely resolution. Maintain positive & responsive relationships with copackers in collaboration with Coman Manager. Onsite presence to observe production in real time. Evaluate production data (Brix, pH, CO2, seam checks, etc), attend qualification trials, and uphold OLIPOP’s quality standards. Monitor copacker performance as it aligns with Supply Chain KPIs. Identifying and addressing areas for improvement. Assist in onboarding new copacking partners ensuring they meet quality and compliance requirements. Warehouse Management Serve as the primary Quality point of contact for 3PL partners ensuring effective communication and compliance with OLIPOP’s Warehouse Expectation Manual. Coordinate with OLIPOP 3PL’s and the Supply Chain team to manage the positive release program for all OLIPOP products Coordinate product holds and traceability exercises, ensuring timely resolution of quality concerns. Conduct Brand Audits to expand and support OLIPOP’s Supply Chain Assist in onboarding new third party warehouses. Document Control Maintain OLIPOP document control systems (version, approvals etc.) for all regionally based third party partners. Assist Supply Chain team members in the creation and proper formatting of documents. Organize and archive documents as necessary. Review all SOPs for completeness and accuracy with stakeholders on a regular basis. QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of Quality Assurance & Quality Control experience in food & beverage manufacturing. Beverage experience preferred. Experience developing and implementing document control processes. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets are required, and prior experience with Google Workspace preferred. Good organizational skills and ability to handle complex situations involving multiple SKU’s, channels, and distribution models. Transparent, open/honest communicator - a great listener who can work independently while keeping other team members informed Strong attention to detail and deadline oriented with the ability to organize assignments, set priorities, and carry out plans. Growth & Desire for professional and personal development. Other 50% travel to copacker, warehouses, or team events as required. Located near a major metropolitan airport. Potential overnight, weekend or after hours travel. REPORTS TO: Senior Quality Manager HOW WE WORK We may be fully remote, but we’re anything but disconnected. OLIPOP has grown from a few passionate people around a table to a nationwide team, and we’ve done it without losing our collaborative spirit or sense of purpose. Connection here is intentional. From cross-functional projects and IRL offsites to thoughtful Slack threads and spontaneous gifs, we make the effort to stay close, even across time zones. Sure, we move quickly, but we lead with trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to doing work that matters. We value thoughtful debate. We give feedback with care and receive it with curiosity, knowing that real growth, both personal and collective, comes from listening as much as leading. Because at OLIPOP, it’s not just about getting things done. It’s about growing together, staying true to what matters, and building something with lasting impact. WHAT WE VALUE At OLIPOP, our values aren’t just posters on a wall. They shape how we show up: for each other, for our customers, and for the mission we’re chasing together. Mission Connectivity: Everything we do ladders up to our shared goal: supporting human health. Whether launching a new flavor or conducting clinical research, the mission stays front and center. Indomitable Spirit: When things get messy, we get inventive. We stay curious, adapt quickly, and find the path forward, most likely with a dedicated Slack thread and a beautifully overbuilt deck. Lead at Every Level: Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about ownership. We speak up, follow through, and lift each other up. If you’ve got ideas and initiative, you’ve got influence. Courageous Humility: We’re confident in what we bring and curious about what we don’t know (yet). We give feedback with care, take it with grace, and know that real growth takes both. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Success at OLIPOP doesn’t come from checking boxes; it comes from living our values, staying curious, and finding energy in both the pace and the purpose. We’re building something big, and we’re looking for people who: Think big, move fast, and take thoughtful risks Thrive in a high-performance, feedback-rich environment Value real human connection and honest collaboration Are fired up by building something new, and making it better every day Startup life at OLIPOP is equally fun and fast-paced. If you’re energized by a dynamic environment, eager to grow, and excited to help shape something meaningful from the inside out, OLIPOP is a one-of-a-kind ride. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or other needs during the application process and employment. To request an accommodation, please contact The People Team at recruiting@drinkolipop.com. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OLIPOP will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Submission of Application Materials Applicants are required to submit only the materials specifically requested as part of the application process. Please do not include any unsolicited materials, as they will not be reviewed or considered. Unsolicited materials may include, but are not limited to: Marketing or promotional concepts Business ideas or strategies Photographs, videos, or other media Presentations, designs, or other creative content By submitting any materials beyond those explicitly requested, you agree that: You are voluntarily providing such materials; You irrevocably assign all rights, title, and interest in and to those materials to Olipop Inc.; and Olipop Inc. may use, reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise exploit such materials for any purpose anywhere in the world, without restriction or compensation.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Quality Specialist will oversee quality control and assurance processes for all OLIPOP copackers and facilities. This role includes mentoring a team of regional quality specialists and ensuring compliance with OLIPOP quality standards.