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OUR CLIENT
Our client is the largest wafer manufacturer in the United States, producing a wide range of high-quality wafer products, including sugar-free, gluten-free and fortified options.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Quality Manager for Dual Plant Operations is responsible for leading and harmonizing quality assurance and control functions across two manufacturing facilities. This role ensures consistent implementation of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality System Leadership
Develop, implement, and maintain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) across both sites
Ensure alignment with SQF and other relevant industry standards
Compliance & Auditing
Conduct internal and external audits across both plants
Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and corporate requirements
Team Management
Supervise and mentor quality assurance teams at both locations
Coordinate cross-site training and development programs
Data Analysis & Reporting
Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement
Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior leadership
Continuous Improvement
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies across both plants
Cross-functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues
Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices between sites
Budget & Resource Management
Manage quality department budgets and resource allocation across both facilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Management, or related field
MUST HAVE PCQI Certification
MUST HAVE: SQF Practitioner
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance
Proven leadership in a food manufacturing facility
Strong knowledge of SQF, SPC, root cause analysis, and CAPA
SKILLS & COMPETANCIES
Technical Skills Leadership & Soft Skills Technical Skills Leadership & Soft Skills Quality Management Systems (QMS) Strategic thinking FISMA Strong communication SQF Practitioner Team leadership & coaching Lean Manufacturing Presentation skills Six Sigma methodology Cross-functional collaboration Data analysis & reporting Change management
OUR CLIENT
Our client is the largest wafer manufacturer in the United States, producing a wide range of high-quality wafer products, including sugar-free, gluten-free and fortified options.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Quality Manager for Dual Plant Operations is responsible for leading and harmonizing quality assurance and control functions across two manufacturing facilities. This role ensures consistent implementation of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality System Leadership
Develop, implement, and maintain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) across both sites
Ensure alignment with SQF and other relevant industry standards
Compliance & Auditing
Conduct internal and external audits across both plants
Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and corporate requirements
Team Management
Supervise and mentor quality assurance teams at both locations
Coordinate cross-site training and development programs
Data Analysis & Reporting
Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement
Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior leadership
Continuous Improvement
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies across both plants
Cross-functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues
Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices between sites
Budget & Resource Management
Manage quality department budgets and resource allocation across both facilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Management, or related field
MUST HAVE PCQI Certification
MUST HAVE: SQF Practitioner
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance
Proven leadership in a food manufacturing facility
Strong knowledge of SQF, SPC, root cause analysis, and CAPA
SKILLS & COMPETANCIES
Technical Skills Leadership & Soft Skills Technical Skills Leadership & Soft Skills Quality Management Systems (QMS) Strategic thinking FISMA Strong communication SQF Practitioner Team leadership & coaching Lean Manufacturing Presentation skills Six Sigma methodology Cross-functional collaboration Data analysis & reporting Change management