Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager
Acampo, CA | Full-Time | Exempt

Join the team behind award-winning wines at LangeTwins Family Winery & Vineyards!
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager to lead quality across our winery operations, including the laboratory, cellar, and bottling departments. This role is responsible for ensuring our wines consistently meet company quality standards, regulatory requirements, and production specifications while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced winery environment and is passionate about wine quality, food safety, laboratory management, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:
The QA/QC Manager will oversee and support quality assurance and quality control programs throughout winery operations, including:
Managing laboratory operations, testing programs, and quality systems
Developing and maintaining SOPs, HACCP procedures, and quality protocols
Supporting wine quality standards across winemaking, cellar, and bottling operations
Monitoring bottling line quality, inspections, and final product conformity utilizing AQL standards
Conducting audits, inspections, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
Collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Winemaking, Cellar, Bottling, and Safety teams
Overseeing laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and preventative maintenance schedules
Monitoring sanitation, environmental conditions, and compliance standards throughout production facilities
Developing quality metrics, scorecards, KPI/KPO reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
Training and mentoring staff on QA/QC procedures, SOPs, recall procedures, and best practices
Supporting regulatory compliance including TTB, HACCP, food safety, and export compliance requirements
Researching and implementing new technologies and quality improvement methods to improve operational efficiency and product consistency

What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in Enology, Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
5–8 years of progressive quality assurance or quality management experience within the wine industry
Strong understanding of winery laboratory operations, cellar operations, and bottling line quality systems
Experience with HACCP, TTB compliance, SPC (Statistical Process Control), and quality management systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
Experience leading teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Professional certifications such as ASQ, HACCP, or ISO are highly desirable

Why Join LangeTwins:
At LangeTwins, we combine family values, innovation, sustainability, and a passion for winemaking. Our team members play an important role in crafting high-quality wines while contributing to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

We offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and holiday pay
401(k) with company match
A dynamic and team-oriented winery environment
If you are passionate about wine quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person