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Blue Bottle Coffee

About the job Blue Bottle Coffee is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead Quality and ... Production Quality Assurance: Lead end-to-end quality assurance across raw materials, production ...

Buddy Brew Coffee

Production Roaster

Tampa, FL · On-site

... quality assurance, this position contributes to achieving annual departmental goals. Success in this role requires a continuous commitment to learning, evaluating coffee offerings, and developing ...

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Production Roaster

Tampa, FL · On-site

... quality assurance, this position contributes to achieving annual departmental goals. Success in this role requires a continuous commitment to learning, evaluating coffee offerings, and developing ...

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Production Roaster

Tampa, FL

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Aerotek

Quality Assurance

Poway, CA · On-site

$24/hr

Quality Assurance Inspector - Poway - 1st Shift - $24/hr This role focuses on performing in-process ... The facility offers a dedicated breakroom with free coffee and snacks, and the role is structured ...

Westrock Coffee

QA Lab Specialist I

Concord, NC · On-site

Review and file COAs for incoming raw materials (Coffee) * Perform physical and microbiological testing of finished products and other samples as required * Update QA Weekly report * Maintain SDS ...

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Quality Assurance Inspector

San Lorenzo, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

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Westrock Coffee

QA Technician

Concord, NC · On-site

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for our QA Deprtament. * Inspect the set-up of all packing lines and grinders at the beginning of the day, verifying the readings and recording ...

Westrock Coffee

QA Technician

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Westrock Coffee

QA Technician

Concord, NC · On-site

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for our QA Deprtament. * Inspect the set-up of all packing lines and grinders at the beginning of the day, verifying the readings and recording ...

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How much do coffee quality assurance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for coffee quality assurance in the United States is $23.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Coffee Quality Assurance vs Coffee Roaster?

AspectCoffee Quality AssuranceCoffee Roaster
Primary FocusEnsuring coffee quality standards, testing, and complianceRoasting coffee beans to develop flavor profiles
Required SkillsSensory analysis, quality control, certificationsRoasting techniques, flavor development, equipment operation
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, quality control labs, production facilitiesRoasting facilities, cafes, production plants
CertificationsQ Grader, sensory analysis certificationsRoasting certifications, barista training

While both roles are integral to the coffee industry, Coffee Quality Assurance focuses on maintaining quality standards through testing and analysis, ensuring consistency and compliance. In contrast, Coffee Roasters specialize in roasting beans to bring out desired flavors. Both roles require specific skills and certifications but serve different stages of the coffee production process.

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Infographic showing various Coffee Quality Assurance job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,237 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Manager, Quality - Korea

On-site

Blue Bottle Coffee
Food Services and Drinking Places • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) for coffee roasting and food manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with Korean regulations and global standards.

  • Oversee end-to-end quality assurance processes across raw materials, production, and finished products by establishing standards, monitoring critical control points, analyzing data, and driving process improvements.

  • Manage supplier quality programs, including qualification, audits, performance evaluation, and corrective actions to ensure a reliable and compliant supply chain.

Blue Bottle Coffee rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At Blue Bottle, our mission is to connect the world to delicious coffee. From seed to cup, we elevate the craft of coffee in everything we do. We strive to build a better tomorrow by investing in what matters: a sustainable future for our people, the company, and our planet.
About the job

Blue Bottle Coffee is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead Quality and Food Safety for our South Korea Roastery. This role is responsible for continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS) for coffee roasting and food manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with Korean regulatory requirements while upholding Blue Bottle's global quality and food safety standards.

The role will cover, but is not limited to, quality system planning and certification, supplier quality management, end-to-end production quality assurance, regulatory compliance, quality risk management, food safety programs, quality data analysis, root cause investigation and CAPA, government inspections, and leading the local Quality team to foster a strong quality culture across the organization. This role will also partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Coffee, R&D, and Global teams to establish scalable quality systems, ensure end-to-end product traceability, and deliver products that consistently meet Blue Bottle's global quality specifications.

You will report directly to the Global Head of Coffee Quality.

You will
  • Quality Management System: Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) for coffee roasting and food manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with Korean regulations, Blue Bottle global standards, and food safety management systems such as HACCP and ISO/FSSC 22000.
  • Production Quality Assurance: Lead end-to-end quality assurance across raw materials, production processes, and finished products by establishing quality standards, monitoring critical control points, analyzing quality data, and driving continuous process improvement.
  • Supplier Quality Management: Establish and manage supplier quality programs, including supplier qualification, audits, performance evaluation, and corrective actions to ensure a reliable and compliant supply chain.
  • Quality Risk & Issue Management: Lead the investigation and resolution of quality and food safety issues through root cause analysis, CAPA implementation, risk assessment, and regulatory inspections, ensuring timely and effective issue resolution.
  • Global Quality Partnership: Partner closely with global Quality teams to report quality performance, implement global quality initiatives, share best practices, and ensure alignment with company-wide quality standards.
You are
  • Principles First: Demonstrates an uncompromising commitment to quality, making decisions based on quality standards and principles without compromising product integrity.
  • Systems Thinking: Takes a holistic approach to quality management by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable, system-level improvements rather than focusing solely on short-term fixes.
  • Results Orientation: Uses data and facts to drive decision-making and effectively executes corrective and preventive actions to deliver measurable improvements.
  • Influencing Across Functions: Builds strong partnerships and effectively influences cross-functional stakeholders to drive quality improvements, even without direct reporting authority.
  • Crisis Management: Remains calm under pressure and demonstrates sound judgment to make timely decisions and effectively manage urgent quality and food safety issues.
You have

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Agriculture, or a related field.

  • 8+ years of experience in quality management within the food and beverage industry. 

  • 3+ years in a factory Quality Manager role or an equivalent leadership position is a plus. 

  • Hands-on experience in quality management for food manufacturing operations (e.g., bakery, dairy, beverages, ready-to-eat foods), with a strong understanding of food processing operations and quality control principles.

  • In-depth knowledge of Korean food manufacturing regulations and compliance requirements, with the ability to independently assess and ensure regulatory compliance.

  • Expertise in Food Safety Management Systems, including HACCP, ISO 22000. (FSSC 22000 experience is a plus)

  • Proven experience in quality issue investigation and resolution, with proficiency in quality management tools and methodologies such as RCA, CAPA, FMEA, and SPC.

  • Experience in the food processing industry, such as food manufacturing, coffee roasting, or coffee retail/franchise operations, with a strong understanding of food and coffee quality management is a plus.

  • Professional certifications related to coffee quality and sensory evaluation, such as Q Grader, SCA Sensory Skills, or SCA Roasting, are highly preferred.

  • Experience in quality management within a multinational corporation or international food company, with familiarity with global quality management systems and governance.

  • Solid understanding of the Korean food industry supply chain, with hands-on experience in supplier quality management and local supplier development.

  • Experience establishing quality management systems for a greenfield manufacturing facility is highly desirable.

  • Fluent in Korean, Business-level Chinese or English is required.

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