Plant Quality Manager

Ardagh Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and view

FSA

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid holidays and vacation

STD/LTD

EAP

Apprenticeship programs

Professional and personal development

Job summary

Ardagh Metal Packaging in North America seeks an experienced Quality Manager to oversee and improve plant quality through process quality systems. You will collaborate with Quality Systems, Operations strategy and Personnel to maximize efficiency and ensure product integrity.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with 8+ years in manufacturing and 4+ years in quality. Certifications such as Black/Green Belt and HACCP/BRC/SQF are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, computer and communication skills are required.
• Manufacturing experience is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership and management aptitude is preferred.
• Black or Green Belt Certification and HACCP/BRC/SQF certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant quality systems (inspection methods, work instructions, procedures, GMPs).
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in plant quality.
• Support supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure product integrity and adherence to specifications.
• Own disposition of finished product based on data-driven analysis.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and provide technical support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or relevant discipline

Job description

Role Description

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Quality Manager is accountable for overseeing and improving overall plant quality through the implementation of process quality systems, while ensuring all quality related issues are addressed to achieve maximum efficiency. Works in collaboration with Metal North America Quality Systems, Operating strategy and Personnel.

Role Description

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Quality Manager is accountable for overseeing and improving overall plant quality through the implementation of process quality systems, while ensuring all quality related issues are addressed to achieve maximum efficiency. Works in collaboration with Metal North America Quality Systems, Operating strategy and Personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance of plant quality systems including but not limited to inspection and test method, work instructions, procedures, plant specs, GMP's, Food Safety Compliance and Best Practices.
• Develop and drive continuous improvement initiatives in plant quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in supplier quality.
• Responsible for ensuring quality system adherence and all aspects of product integrity is maintained.
• Responsible for appropriate disposition of finished product through data driven analysis, while assuring compliance to all specifications.
• Maintain established and new customer contact to maintain strong relationships, resolving quality issues and ensuring technical and quality support.
• Responsible for leading plant root cause and corrective action investigations for customer complaints and internal quality nonconformance's.
• Audit implementation of correction actions implementation for customer complaints and internal quality nonconformance's.
• Coordinate with Metal North America Commercial, Product Development, Quality and Engineering regarding new business and product trials.
• Responsible for accurate and timely resolution of all supplier defective material claims.
• Responsible for tracking the HFI system including balance, disposition, re-work and inventory levels.
• Ensure that plant quality procedures are up to date, in alignment with Metal North America Quality requirements and followed.
• Ensure quality objectives (KPI's) are communicated with floor personnel and develop processes to promote compliance.
• Responsible for educating and instructing plant department leads and supervisors in HACCP, internal auditing and other food safety quality (BRC) programs.
• Prepare quality reviews and submit them to management.
• Assist in the development of special plant projects and work in conjunction with Metal North America Personnel.
• Maintain continuous communication and interaction with all Ardagh Metal Packaging plants.
• Work closely with Human Resources to address and resolve personnel issues.
• Direct supervision of plant personnel; may vary by location.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Must possess strong analytical, computer and communication skills
• Ability to solve complex problems outside of normal processes
• Driven and energetic
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel
• Bachelor's degree in technical or relevant discipline
• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience in manufacturing
• Four (4) years quality experience
• Excellent management/leadership aptitude
• Black or Green Belt Certification (preferred)
• Food Safety (BRC/SQF) and HACCP certification (preferred)
• Experience with can manufacturing improvement methods implementation (preferred)

Ardagh Metal Packaging

is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $95,900 and $143,900 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.