QC/QA Lead & Safety Lead

Barry-Wehmiller • Sleepy Eye, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The QA/QC & Safety Lead is a dual-role position responsible for ensuring that all products meet established quality standards and that all safety policies are implemented and adhered to across the manufacturing site. This individual plays a critical role in both product integrity and employee well-being, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement in quality and safety practices.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality control/assurance role.
• Experience with safety program implementation in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of quality methodologies (e.g., ISO standards, Six Sigma, lean manufacturing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP or QMS systems is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and conduct training.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Quality (e.g., CQIA, CQE) and/or Safety (e.g., OSHA 30, CSP, CHST).
• Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
• Experience in statistical analysis tools and software.
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control processes to ensure consistent production standards across all departments.
• Create and maintain product specifications, process documents, and testing protocols.
• Oversee incoming material inspections and verify that supplier-provided materials meet internal requirements and regulatory standards.
• Conduct in-process and final product inspections to identify deviations, non-conformities, and ensure adherence to company and customer specifications.
• Perform and document quality assurance testing, including DOT compliance requirements, and prepare accurate reports and analysis.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) plans for quality issues.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to analyze data and recommend improvements.
• Manage and maintain all documentation and records related to quality inspections, audits, and certifications.
• Support internal and external audits, including customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.
• Train team members on QA/QC procedures and ensure a quality-focused mindset across the facility.
• In coordination with corporate safety leadership and other Afinitas sites, develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs aligned with OSHA, state, and local regulations.
• Lead the site-wide safety committee and initiatives to foster a proactive safety culture across all departments.
• Establish and manage a safety audit program to include regularly scheduled safety audits, hazard assessments, and work process assessments as well as inspections of equipment, and workspaces.
• Support incident investigations, determination of root causes, implementation of corrective measures and sharing of outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, near misses, and training; submit required reports to regulatory bodies.
• Deliver safety training programs, including onboarding, refresher courses, equipment operation, PPE, emergency response, and hazardous materials handling.
• Collaborate with and manage an external safety consultant(s) as needed to ensure alignment with corporate and site-level safety programs.
• Track and report key safety metrics (e.g., TRIR, DART rates) and recommend strategic initiatives to improve performance.

Benefits

• The company mentions that they use E-Verify and that applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed