Manager, Quality

D&W Fine Pack LLC; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

D&W Fine Pack LLC in Illinois is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead the Quality Department at our manufacturing plant. You will ensure products are produced to Corporate Quality standards and report to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities include maintaining SQF compliance, HACCP plans, supplier quality, CAPA root-cause analysis, and interaction with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to meet quality KPIs. This role offers growth, stability, and a hands-on quality culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• ASQ or CMQ certification preferred.
• Experience in SQF and food safety a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Department and ensure QA standards are met.
• Oversee SQF system implementation and audits.
• Coordinate CAPA investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement via Kaizen events.
• Manage training and development for quality staff.
• Collaborate with operations to meet quality KPIs.

Skills

Quality Control

HACCP

SQF

Lean Manufacturing

Supervisory Experience

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

We have an immediate opportunity for a Quality Manager. In this function you will manage the Quality Department located within a manufacturing plant and ensure products are produced in accordance with defined Corporate Quality standards. This individual reports to the Plant Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
• Support SQF through compliance with SQF standard practices and policies
• Assist SQF teams, audits, and documentation as necessary
• In absence of the Quality Manager, the roles and responsibilities of this position will be fulfilled as designated, documented, and approved by the Plant Manager
• Ensures optimal customer satisfaction through proper quality management from procurement of materials into plant facility, through the delivery of finished goods
• Monitors manufacturing processes, products, and materials to ensure that all are operating within defined parameters and standards
• Maintains and achieves internal quality targets, measurements, and KPI’s
• Manages and organizes daily activities for all employees assigned to the Quality department
• Investigates customer (internal & external) quality issues from performing root cause analysis to issuing of CAPAs
• Oversees the development, implementation, review and maintenance of the SQF System (food safety fundamentals and the food safety plan)
• Takes appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF System and communicates to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System
• Be competent to implement and maintain HACCP based food safety plans; and have an understanding of the SQF Code level 2 and the requirements to implement and maintain SQF System relevant to the supplier scope of certification
• Responsible for validating changes to food safety fundamentals and food safety plans that have an impact on the supplier’s ability to deliver safe food products
• Responsible for validation and verification activities and ensures accurate records of quality compliance
• Participates as facilitator or leader of Kaizen and other cross-functional quality improvement team events
• The Quality Manager is the point of contact for regulatory inspections and 2nd and 3rd party audits
• In absence of the Quality Manager, the roles and responsibilities of this position will be fulfilled as designated, documented, and approved by the Plant Manager
• Ensures consistency with Company quality standards, practices, and policies
• Leads change efforts at manufacturing plant to improve and enhance quality systems
• Strengthens role, presence and impact of the Quality department within the manufacturing plant
• Implements and provides training of quality procedures throughout the plant
• Liaises with Sales, Client Services, Operations, and Supply Chain groups to respond to any customer concerns
• Liaises with Operations and Supply Chain groups to coordinate and drive internal corrective actions of identified quality problems
• Works with the Operations group to assist in their achievement of schedule attainment goals
• Directs and supervises Quality department employees
• Responsible for identification of required training of plant employees in SQF and related quality and food safety plans
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Conducts regular meetings with employees to review performance
• Participates in departmental, group, plant and other meetings
• Prepares for, coordinates, and leads inspections by clients, governmental agencies, or other entities
• Monitors accuracy, quality and integrity of data entered into business and quality systems
• Monitors and tracks quality performance metrics
• Oversees document control over the Quality department
• Regularly issues quality reports to management

More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.

At D&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core valuesthat guide everything we do:

• D edicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• W inning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• F ocused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• P eople with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.

Benefits That Matter

Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
• Wellness program
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• And more!

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Advanced Computer Skills

Expert

Communication Skills

Expert

HACCP

Expert

Quality Control

Expert

SQF

Expert

Supervisory Experience

Expert

Preferred

Expert

Lean Manufacturing

Expert

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

ASQ

CMQ

Equal Opportunity Employer
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