Overview Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets. **If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP.** We are currently seeking a **Quality Assurance Supervisor** to oversee **Hollis, ME** . Pay Range: $84,865 - $94,944. This role is eligible for an annual bonus. **Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:** · Lead a team of 5 to 10 team members (QA Techs and Sanitation Techs) to achieve quality metrics in a manner consistent with our culture and values. · Partner cross functionally with the Planning, Production, and Warehouse teams to maximize results · Facilitate the execution of changes and activities needed to support Nestle Continuous Excellence (NCE) and the pursuit of TPM · Coach, mentor and develop team members to meet current and future business requirements · Assist the QA Manager with leading all company Quality initiatives and Quality audits locally · Track, analyze, and lead initiatives for all quality and customer complaint issues within the plant · Ensure compliance and record keeping for all mandated quality checks, testing, sampling and sanitation activities · Manage budgeting, purchasing and inventory of plant operating supplies such as filters, chemicals and lab supplies · Use continuous improvement methodologies and projects to improve and streamline quality processes · Ensure plant compliance to good hygiene practices, good manufacturing practices (GMP's) and HACCP · Communicate new quality programs as needed and facilitate or support the training of plant personnel · Offer expertise and assistance in managing the plant water sources and monitor over fill and water usage reporting · Responsible for recording keeping requirements within the laboratory Qualifications **Key qualifications include:** · Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology or equivalent combination of education and/or experience · Five or more years of experience in quality assurance within clean (food, bev, pharma) manufacturing and two or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity · Prior experience in the consumer products industry or food and beverage with familiarity with quality and hygiene regulation necessary · Understanding of quality testing and standards within the food and beverage industry to include analytical, microbiological and sensory · Demonstrated application of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP's) and knowledge of GMP's · Knowledge of Statistical Process Control, HACCP, sanitation, and hygienic design · Familiarity with quality and hygiene regulations as it relates to FDA and state requirements preferred · Knowledge and exposure to Six Sigma, and various problem solving methodologies needed, TPM exposure preferred · Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and business management software (SAP preferred) · Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives on tight deadlines and delegate accordingly · Effective communication skills with the ability to influence change and encourage action · Solid problem solving abilities with the ability to coach and mentor others in this capacity · Demonstrated track record of developing employees · Ability and willingness to respond to after hours calls for critical issues and provide weekend coverage a few times/year. Salary Range Disclaimer: The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process