Job Description

Job Title: Quality & Safety Manager (Manufacturing)

 Position Summary
We are a leading manufacturer of disposable food and beverage packaging products, including foam cups, classic red cups, and convenient take-out containers designed for everyday use. We are seeking a Quality & Safety Manager to lead initiatives that ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while fostering a strong culture of safety across manufacturing operations.

 Key Responsibilities
Lead Quality and Safety Initiatives

• Promote a culture focused on safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
• Maintain and manage certifications such as BRC, HACCP, and SFI.
• Lead internal and external audits and maintain an “audit-ready” environment at all times.

Drive Operational Excellence

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to anticipate issues and implement corrective actions.
• Improve performance in Safety, Quality, Service, Efficiency, and Employee Development.
• Align quality objectives with manufacturing operations to enhance reliability and reduce operational costs.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Analyze nonconformities, customer complaints, and performance trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives.
• Develop and maintain effective audit, inspection, and quality control processes.

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a subject matter expert in quality assurance, process improvement, and product trials.
• Develop and maintain procedures, visual standards, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, third-party auditors, and customers to maintain quality standards and resolve issues.

 Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in quality-related roles.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience demonstrating strong management skills.

Technical & Quality Expertise

• Experience with quality systems and methodologies such as:
• QMS, SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, and DOE
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and product quality control.
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis and data interpretation.