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Senior Director of Quality Engineering

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Cirkul

Cirkul

201-500 employees

Customizable hydration system with flavor cartridges

Consumer Goods
Food & Agriculture

Senior, Expert

Tampa, FL, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • 8+ years of Quality Engineering experience, preferably with high volume consumer products.
  • 5+ years of management experience.
  • Familiar with consumer products, preferably in a regulated setting.
  • Familiar with working with 3rd party contract manufactures both domestically and in the far east.
  • Strong understanding of statistical methods for collecting and analyzing manufacturing data.
  • Strong understanding of test methods to determine product performance for new and existing products.
  • Strong understanding of injection molded plastic parts (Metrology, Food safety compliance, assembly methods).
  • Great people and communication skills. Able to communicate complex ideas to non-technical staff and be a champion of quality and best practices.
  • Strong root cause analysis skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver results.
  • Demonstrated ability to work across organizational and functional boundaries.
Responsibilities
  • Establish key processes and metrics that will ensure Cirkul is producing good products, communicating with suppliers clearly and proactively, and making informed decisions when it comes to purchasing and producing parts.
  • Develop and hire the team to achieve those results.
  • Roll out platforms and processes that fit the Cirkul business and allow us to scale.
  • Establish a great team to help us achieve our goals.
  • Understand what 'good enough' means for the business while managing risk.
  • Work with outside vendors in a proactive manner to ensure we are purchasing the best product both domestically and internationally.
  • Work closely with our manufacturing team to qualify equipment and new parts.
  • Work closely with our Supply Chain team to establish and monitor our AVL.
  • Be a leader for a wide variety of teams inside and outside of the engineering organization.
  • Help people understand the value of quality, and empower people in and out of the engineering team with the tools and methods that ensure good quality.
  • Be a champion for quality and make it everyone else's mission as well.

Cirkul offers a hydration system that allows users to personalize their water with various flavors and intensity levels. The system includes a reusable water bottle and flavor cartridges, making it easier and more enjoyable for people to drink water. The bottles are made from BPA-free, shatter-proof plastic and come in different sizes, while the flavor cartridges offer over 100 options to suit different tastes. Cirkul targets health-conscious individuals, families, and children, aiming to increase water consumption by making it more appealing. Unlike competitors, Cirkul focuses on customization and convenience, providing a subscription model for regular delivery of products. The company's goal is to encourage healthier hydration habits by transforming plain water into a fun and flavorful experience.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$111.7M

Headquarters

Tampa, Florida

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

243%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cirkul's recent $70M Series C funding round and $1.07 billion valuation highlight its strong growth potential and market confidence.
  • Partnership with USA Swimming as the Official Hydration Supplier enhances brand credibility and visibility in the sports community.
  • Expansion into new beverage brands diversifies its product portfolio, potentially attracting a wider customer base and increasing market share.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the beverage industry is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market position.
  • Reliance on flavor cartridges may limit appeal to consumers who prefer traditional bottled beverages or other hydration solutions.

What makes Cirkul unique

  • Cirkul's unique hydration system with customizable flavor cartridges sets it apart from traditional bottled water and flavoring options.
  • The company's focus on health-conscious, family-friendly products appeals to a broad demographic, unlike competitors who may target niche markets.
  • Cirkul's subscription model ensures a steady stream of recurring revenue, providing financial stability and customer retention.