Quality Manager II

Sonoco Products Company; Oakdale (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellbeing tools and EAP

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans (life, personal)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Company seeks a senior quality professional to lead the plant quality assurance function in Oakdale, California. You will develop QA systems, drive RCA/CAPA, and ensure SQF/FSSC compliance to protect product safety and quality.

The role requires Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams, use Minitab or SPC tools, and train staff. Travel up to 5%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of job-related experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required.
• Experience with SQF or FSSC systems is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the plant quality assurance function.
• Develop, implement, and monitor QA systems to ensure conformance to standards.
• Drive root-cause analysis and CAPA to improve first-pass yields and reduce customer complaints.
• Coordinate internal and external audits for SQF/FSSC compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Green Belt

Minitab

Infinity QS

SPC

RCA CAPA

Lead Auditor ISO

Gage & Process Capability

Cross-functional leadership

Training staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Minitab

Infinity QS

Job description

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Manages the plant quality assurance function as directed.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment. This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, participating in monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.

• Manages the maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) program or Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) program, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Follows company policies, standard operating procedures (SOP), practices and Sonoco's Global Code of Conduct.
• Plans, develops, applies & maintains Quality Systems ensuring conformance to Customer, internal business, and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and implements comprehensive quality assurance strategies and monitors manufacturing processes to ensure product safety, integrity, and compliance with established standards.
• Ensures appropriate use of Quality tools & techniques (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, DMAIC, Lean, etc.)
• Leads and manages a team of quality assurance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to achieve departmental objectives.
• Manages, facilitates, and drives quality root cause analysis and data driven problem-solving methodologies.
• Supports, facilitates, and drives continuous improvement activities.
• Manages, drives, and supports Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) to increase first pass yield while also reducing Customer Complaints, scrap, and inspection costs.
• Leads and drives the Plant from reactionary Quality to preventive Quality.
• Coordinates internal and external audits to assess compliance with SQF or FSSC standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

• Other duties as assigned.

This position will be located in Oakdale, California.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• Possess Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

• Experience and knowledge of value stream mapping and other lean techniques.

• Experience and knowledge of Minitab or equivalent statistical software.

• Experience and knowledge of Infinity QS or equivalent SPC software.

• Experience and knowledge of pFMEAs and Control Plans.

• Ability to lead and drive gage & process capability and performance improvement.

• Strong and proven leadership to drive to closure RCA and CAPA.

• Experience and knowledge of ISO or equivalent Quality Systems (Lead Auditor).

• Ability to negotiate with Customers to promote or sell ideas and concepts.

• Proficient in implementing 5S principles for efficient workplace organization and process optimization.

• Ability to effectively instruct and train other employees.

• Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.
• 5% travel
• Broad training in a related field is usually acquired through a bachelor's degree or through equivalent work experience.
• Bachelors degree preferred
• 5+ years of job related experience

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this role is from $102,240 to $115,020, plus quarterly target bonus of 12.5%.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.