Corporate Quality Manager

Petoskey Plastics; Hartford City, Petoskey, Morristown (IN, MI, TN); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Zusammenfassung

Petoskey Plastics, headquartered in Petoskey with operations spanning Indiana and beyond, seeks a Corporate Quality Manager to maintain and advance our Quality Management System across all manufacturing sites. The role reports to the VP of Operations and guides plant teams on quality performance and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will drive audits, corrective actions, and supplier/customer quality coordination while supporting ISO 9001 certification and cross-site quality

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.
• Five+ years in manufacturing quality, quality assurance, or quality systems.
• Experience with ISO 9001, audits, corrective action systems, and root cause analysis.
• Multi-site manufacturing, SPC, continuous improvement, and plastics manufacturing experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Maintain and improve the company-wide QMS, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and monitor compliance with customer, regulatory, and certification requirements.
• Support ISO 9001 certification and other quality programs.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely resolution.
• Track quality metrics, analyze defects and losses, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead cross-site quality initiatives and standardization of quality practices across facilities.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

ERP systems

Travel willingness

Data interpretation

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field

Five+ years in manufacturing quality/QA

ISO 9001 knowledge & audits

Jobbeschreibung

Job Details: Job Location: Hartford City Plant - Hartford City, IN 47348, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, Petoskey Plastics aspires to stand out as an industry leader in sustainability, using advanced recycling technology to manufacture high-quality films, bags, and resins from post-consumer materials. Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation sets us apart, as we strive to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that values career growth and provides robust paid training, explore the comprehensive benefits listed below to see how Petoskey Plastics can support your professional journey.

We’re headquartered in Petoskey where our Lake Michigan shores are clasped by rhythmic waves of seafoam and cobalt. We’re honored to have roots in Texas, Tennessee, and Indiana as our production has expanded over the years. Our custom-engineered solutions tackle a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, medical, and more.

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A few of our over 20 competitive benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hr over your base pay!
• PTO
• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of your annual earnings into your 401k regardless of your contribution!
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Reimbursement (up to $400 annually)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability

The Corporate Quality Manager is responsible for maintaining and improving the company's Quality Management System (QMS) across all manufacturing locations. This role ensures consistent quality standards, customer requirements, and compliance practices while supporting continuous improvement and reducing quality-related losses.

Working under the direction of the VP of Operations, the Corporate Quality Manager provides technical guidance to plant quality teams, monitors quality performance, coordinates audits and corrective actions, and recommends improvements to quality processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems and Compliance

• Maintain and improve the company-wide QMS, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and monitor compliance with customer, regulatory, and certification requirements.
• Support ISO 9001 certification and other applicable quality programs.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely and effective resolution.

Quality Performance and Continuous Improvement

• Track and analyze quality metrics, including customer complaints, scrap, rework, and other quality-related losses.
• Identify trends, recommend corrective actions, and support structured problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of quality practices across facilities.
• Report quality performance, risks, and improvement opportunities to the VP of Manufacturing.

Customer and Supplier Quality

• Coordinate customer quality concerns, audits, and corrective action requests with plant leadership and Customer Service.
• Partner with Purchasing to address supplier quality issues and corrective actions.
• Escalate significant quality concerns and recommend actions to prevent recurrence.

Multi‑Site Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and support to the QMS Manager, Plant Quality Managers, and other quality personnel.
• Promote consistent quality standards and processes across manufacturing locations.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, and other departments to resolve quality issues and improve manufacturing performance.
• Support quality training and development initiatives.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned quality-related expenses and recommend resource needs and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain quality documentation, records, and reporting systems.
• Stay current on applicable quality standards, customer requirements, and manufacturing best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Five or more years of experience in manufacturing quality, quality assurance, or quality systems.
• Experience with ISO 9001, audits, corrective action systems, and root cause analysis.
• Multi‑site manufacturing, SPC, continuous improvement, and plastics manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret quality data and develop practical improvement recommendations.
• Ability to coach and influence quality personnel and collaborate across multiple facilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant quality management or ERP systems.
• Ability to travel to company facilities as required.

Key Success Measures

• Customer satisfaction and effective resolution of quality concerns.
• Audit performance and compliance.
• QMS effectiveness and consistency across facilities.
• Reduction in scrap, rework, and other quality‑related losses.Timely and effective corrective actions.
• Progress on continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions and Work Environment

Regular and reliable attendance; ability to communicate effectively, analyze information, solve problems, and work in office and manufacturing environments. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and travel between facilities as required, and lift or carry up to 30 pounds when necessary. Must follow applicable manufacturing safety requirements.

Other Duties

This description summarizes the primary responsibilities and qualifications of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.