Quality Control Manager
About The Position
We re looking for an onsite Quality Control Manager for our plant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and knows how to balance high standards with real-world production demands. In this role, you ll be the driving force behind product quality on the plant floor partnering closely with operations, leading a team of inspectors and technicians, and ensuring every product that leaves our facility meets both customer expectations and internal standards. Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 16 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.
Requirements
- Experience leading quality in a manufacturing environment
- A bachelor s degree in quality engineering or quality management
- Strong knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and audit processes
- Experience with food safety programs (HACCP, audits, compliance)
- Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional partners
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Higher
- Data-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Cause Mapping, root cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, validation, and change management
Nice To Haves
- Rigid plastics manufacturing experience
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute quality strategies aligned with plant and company goals
- Establish and maintain robust GMP and quality systems
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to eliminate defects
- Own internal, customer, and third-party audits
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal standards
- Maintain audit readiness at all times
- Define product specifications, control plans, and validation processes
- Implement monitoring systems and continuous improvement initiatives
- Analyze trends and data to proactively improve performance
- Lead food safety systems, documentation, and training
- Manage HACCP plans and critical control points
- Ensure all materials and finished goods meet strict safety standards
- Lead, coach, and develop the quality team
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain
- Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
