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Quality Assurance Manager

Dreaming big is in our DNA. Brewing the world’s most loved beers and creating meaningful experiences is what inspires us. We are owners, empowered to lead real change, deliver on tough challenges, and take accountability for the results. We are looking for talent that shares these values, that is ambitious, bold & resilient. We want talent that is looking for fast career growth, cross-functional experiences, global exposure and robust training & development.

SALARY: $85,000 to $95,000

WORK LOCATION: Houston, Texas

OUR MISSION:

At Karbach, our beer is Crafted for Fun, and we think where you work should be too. We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but you can be damn sure we take our beer seriously. And like our beer, we strive for our workplace to bring all kinds of people together. Whether our folks are brewing beer, operating behind the scenes, or serving in our pub, it’s their passion, grit, and attitude that make it all happen. We make quality beer and hire quality people. We are currently hiring a Quality Assurance Manager. Come join our Karbach team!

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Manager will oversee a broad quality assurance program through rigorous procedures aimed at controlling beer from ‟grain to glass.” The QA Manager performs cross-functional training guaranteeing that all aspects of production live up to the highest standards possible. This position not only manages the QA program, but also serves in a technical role, as well, leading microbiological and chemical analysis.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Develop Standard Operating Procedures and align functionally, bettering the quality of the beer.
Maintains program budget. Escalating CAPEX needs for new equipment if necessary.
Responsible for overseeing sensory tasting panels to create quality framework/foundation.
Collaborates with brewing, packaging, and management teams to implement delegated tasks central to the Quality program.
Responsible for QA equipment procurement, installation and applicable performance management.
Organizes and provides training to field staff to ensure external standards.
Manage hourly lab personnel while utilizing brewery staff for QA processes and checks.
Oversee general chemical and microbiological analyses on water and the brewery environment.
Oversee standardized laboratory test on in-process and finished beer, including wort and yeast.
Accountable for all consumer, retail, and wholesaler complaint and product quality issues are met with the proper level of investigation and follow up.
Engage with any cross brewing or repack locations to ensure product quality.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Brewing, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.
3+ of beer, food, or beverage industry experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP preferred.
Working knowledge of general lab equipment and procedures.
General understanding of all brewing, cellaring, and filtration processes.
Ability to work within a team-oriented environment.
Thorough knowledge of basic lab techniques (pipetting, microscopy, and aseptic sampling).
Formal beer tasting trained.
Conducts work in a sitting position; however, job requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and light lifting.

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