Quality Lead (Beverage Production)

Over 450 of the worlds most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac family including BuzzBallz Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Fireball Svedka Western Son Vodka and more. Were proud to create spirits cocktails and experiences for every taste and occasion for people across the globe. Sazerac Company takes pride in fostering a vibrant culture of innovation craftsmanship and excellence across our distilleries and operations worldwide.

BuzzBallz is a beverage manufacturer producing ready-to-drink cocktails and spirits in Carrollton TX. Our facility is located at 2114 McDaniel Dr. Carrollton TX 75006.

BuzzBallz is seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Lead to support daily laboratory and quality operations in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment. This role leads testing activities ensures compliance with TTB and internal standards and partners closely with production teams to maintain product integrity. Youll play a key role in driving consistent quality supporting problem-solving efforts and reinforcing a strong culture of quality and food safety.

What Youll Do

• Lead daily laboratory operations including proofing and quality testing of raw materials work-in-process and finished goods
• Ensure compliance with company specifications and regulatory requirements including TTB standards
• Partner with Production and Processing teams to troubleshoot quality issues and support batching activities
• Perform and oversee quality checks on bottling lines to ensure product consistency
• Document quality data track deviations and support audits and continuous improvement initiatives

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 13 years of experience in quality assurance laboratory testing or related field
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to communicate effectively across all levels

Preferred:

• Associates degree in Chemistry Food Science or related field (Bachelors degree a plus).
• Experience in alcohol beverage food manufacturing or CPG environments
• Familiarity with quality systems audits and regulatory compliance (TTB FDA etc.)
• Experience with laboratory testing methods proofing or product evaluation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment including exposure to noise fumes and varying conditions
• Ability to work extended shifts and overtime as needed

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical dental vision 401K paid time off and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

The hourly range for this role is $24.61 to $30.76 hourly. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience qualifications geographic location and internal pay equity considerations.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin veteran status age gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation genetic information physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

Whats Next:

After you apply a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process which may include a phone screen hiring manager interview and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process at any stage will be notified via email.

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