Quality Manager

McLean Packaging Corporation; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

FSA & HSA

Paid Time Off (Vacation & NJ Sick Time)

Job summary

McLean Packaging Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Manager to drive excellence and continuous improvement in our manufacturing environment. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee our quality program and ensure compliance while championing a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have proven supervisory experience in a printing or packaging environment, with a strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards. The role offers a salary range of $80,000-$105,000 per year and includes benefits such as 401K, paid time off, and health savings plans.

Qualifications

• Proven Quality Management experience in a printing and/or packaging manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience with FSC / SFI standards preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve internal quality systems and documentation.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead quality audits and customer complaint investigations.

Skills

Proven Quality Management/Supervisory experience

Working knowledge of ISO 9001

Experience with FSC / SFI standards

Strategic thinking

Essential computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Effective communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Control Manager ready to drive excellence and continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join the leadership team at McLean Packaging, where we are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative packaging solutions.

The Role

This is a pivotal, hands‑on leadership role where you will be responsible for the administration and management of our plant's entire quality program. As a core member of our management team, you will not only ensure compliance but also champion a culture of continuous improvement, contributing to overall plant operations with a shared focus on safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality System Management: Managing and continuously improving internal quality systems, procedures, work instructions, and documentation (QMS).
• Compliance Leadership: Overseeing SFI/FSC and regulatory compliance, and maintaining working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Customer & Supplier Relations: Managing internal/external relationships relative to quality, including translating customer specifications into manufacturing requirements and working with suppliers to ensure material compliance.
• Audit Management: Leading internal quality audits and serving as the primary lead for all 3rd‑party QMS and facility audits.
• Issue Resolution & Tracking: Leading efforts to investigate, track, and respond effectively to customer complaints and internal issues, ensuring effective corrective actions.
• Process Control: Defining and executing necessary inspection, testing, and process‑critical controls for raw materials and in‑process converting orders.
• Performance & Training: Developing and posting monthly Quality performance charts and continuously improving and training staff on the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Continuous Improvement: Championing and leading programs like 5S to drive operational excellence and workplace organization.

Daily and Operational Duties

• Perform and document in‑process quality checks and testing for all converting orders.
• Perform documented incoming inspection and testing on raw materials.
• Contact vendors and issue material‑related non‑conformance scans.
• Actively track, prepare, and post monthly Quality charts (customer complaints, internal/vendor issues).
• Ensure all staff understand, follow, and enforce established safety, quality, GMP, and company policies.
• Participate in monthly safety team activities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Proven Quality Management/Supervisory experience in a printing and/or packaging manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience with FSC / SFI standards is highly preferred.
• Strategic & Detail‑Oriented: A strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to superior quality.
• Software Proficiency: Essential computer usage skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and typing skills.
• Leadership & Communication:
• Strong ability to communicate effectively: Conveying facts and information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborative mindset: Proactively contributes to group objectives and works well with others.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage pressure, meet deadlines, and carry out assignments to completion.
• Work Ethic: Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• $80,000-$105,000 per year
• Monday‑Friday 7am - 5pm, weekends as needed.
• 401K
• FSA & HSA
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & NJ Sick Time)

McLean Packaging provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.