3rd Shift: Quality Assurance Technician - Food/Beverage Manufacturing

About Us

Circle Beverage manufactures products that help people to find balance & feel good, one drink at a time. Our mission is to provide enriching careers for our people, to uplift our partners, and to benefit society through our products and services. At Circle we live & breathe by our core values. Team Circle is collaborative, energetic, and eager to come to work every day. We help each other, work toward shared goals, and cross the finish line together. We welcome everyone, meet frequently, and host monthly town halls and company social events to stay connected, focused, and have fun. We are committed to creating an enjoyable, fulfilling workplace.

About the Role

The 3rd Shift Quality Assurance Technician is a full-time role accountable for the oversight and continuous improvement of Circle's quality assurance programs across the beverage manufacturing plant. This position is based at Circle's manufacturing headquarters with no remote work option.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hrs/wk), Sunday–Thursday, 10 PM – 6:30 AM.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside and coach the production team to ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Perform batch testing: pH, Brix, TA, sensory testing.
• Create, review, and file batch records.
• Set up, change, and verify production printers.
• Oversee the Retainer Sample Library.
• Manage inbound ingredient document control: COA, SDS, etc.
• Monitor production-related chemical usage and inventory.
• Conduct EMP swabbing.
• Capture, prepare, and deliver 3rd party samples to external labs.
• Manage the equipment calibration program.
• Help lead corrective action investigation and logging.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years leading and overseeing a food/beverage manufacturing quality program.
• Eligible to work in the USA.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in HACCP and SQF Food Safety Systems.
• Preferred certifications: HACCP, PCQI, and/or SQF Practitioner.
• Proven dedication to making safety and quality a top priority and working collaboratively in a team environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Knowledge of SQF quality systems in the beverage industry.
• Open access to leadership and regular business updates.
• Benchmarking opportunities with other manufacturers in the food & beverage space.
• Opportunities to expand your role and responsibilities over time.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored benefit package, including Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401k Match, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A progressive paid-time-off policy.
• Elective benefits including 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, and others.
• A casual dress code.
• Performance bonus opportunities.