Factory Quality Manager

Nestlé S.A.; Jefferson, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Performance-based incentives

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Other benefits

Job summary

Nestlé in Jefferson, WI seeks a Factory Quality Manager to lead QA strategy and ensure compliance with food safety standards. You will guide the Quality department, drive improvements, and coordinate audits to meet certifications and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes team leadership, training, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to uphold product quality and safety in a high-volume pet-food operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field.
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience in manufacturing or related environment.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or related environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic planning and daily operation of the factory Quality department.
• Coach, develop and mentor the Quality team.
• Ensure adherence to and improvement of Quality and Food Safety Programs, HACCP Programs, GMPs, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Management.
• Lead internal and external factory audit programs to verify adherence to standards and regulations.
• Review and enhance factory quality resources for training and competency development.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of quality standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Education

BSc in Food Science

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Nestled at the confluence of the Rock and Crawfish rivers, our factory has been a cornerstone since 1910. As one of the largest manufacturers in the region, we ship countless truckloads and railcars of beloved brands like Fancy Feast®, Friskies®, and Pro Plan®. Beyond our mass production, our Jefferson factory proudly donates 1.2 million cans of food annually, supporting over 40 animal shelters and organizations. Our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Join us in Jefferson, where we work together to make a difference in the lives of pets and our community.

As the Factory Quality Manager for our Jefferson, WI site, you will champion compliance with all food safety and quality policies, procedures and standards established by the company and various federal, state and local regulatory agencies. You will drive the quality assurance (QA) strategy throughout the factory and proactively identify opportunities to continuously improve and generate exceptional results. In this critical leadership role, you will engage, empower and supervise the Quality department and ensure all manufacturing quality standards are met or exceeded.

• Manage strategic planning and daily operation of the factory Quality department.
• Coach, develop and mentor the Quality team.
• Ensure adherence to and improvement of Quality and Food Safety Programs, HACCP Programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Management Programs and others.
• Lead the internal and external factory audit programs to verify adherence to certification standards, regulatory requirements, product and process specifications.
• Review, maintain and enhance factory quality resources to support personnel training and competency development, food safety, and quality management systems.
• Manage adherence to ISO requirements and continually monitor external standards to inform internal strategy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistent application of quality standards.
• Drive the Quality pillar in support of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) for the factory.
• Support, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System and all related programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or related scientific discipline
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience in manufacturing, production, military or related environment
• 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, production, military or related environment

Other

• Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required.

Benefits and Compensation

• Salary: $102,000.00 to$145,000.00 per year
• Bonus Eligibility:Yes
• performance-based incentives
• 401k with company match
• healthcare coverage
• a broad range of other benefits

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

• Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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