QA Lead: GFSI-Driven Packaging Quality

Novolex; Grottoes (VA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Novolex in Grottoes, VA seeks a Quality Assurance Lead to manage the site Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and GFSI. The role drives continuous improvement and partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure products meet specifications.

The incumbent will supervise Quality Technicians, coordinate audits, lead CAPA activities, and promote a strong quality culture across shifts.

Qualifications

• GFSI program experience or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of ISO-based quality systems and GMPs.
• Experience with audits (customer and regulatory) and CAPA handling.
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with continuous improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Quality Technicians and Inspectors across all shifts.
• Maintain compliance with BRCGS Packaging Materials requirements and audit readiness.
• Coordinate site audits with third-party, customers, and regulators.
• Manage the Quality Management System, including document control and records.
• Lead internal audits and verify CAPA effectiveness.
• Conduct root cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Pareto analyses.
• Review customer complaints and nonconforming products for timely resolution.
• Monitor quality KPIs and prepare leadership reports.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure product quality and release decisions.

Skills

GFSI

ISO-based Quality Systems

GMP

Root Cause Analysis

SPC

Internal Auditing

Risk Assessment

Audits & Supplier Quality

Manufacturing Process Knowledge

MS Office & ERP/QMS

Education

High School diploma or higher

2+ years quality leadership in manufacturing

Packaging/ Flexible packaging experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/QMS software

Job description

Novolex in Grottoes, VA seeks a Quality Assurance Lead to manage the site Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and GFSI. The role drives continuous improvement and partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure products meet specifications.

The incumbent will supervise Quality Technicians, coordinate audits, lead CAPA activities, and promote a strong quality culture across shifts.