Quality Manager

MSI Express•North Chicago, IL

40d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide direction to the quality department in the areas of safety, service, performance, quality and leadership. Will ensure that the quality of all products produced within the production facility will be done so in a safe and wholesome manner. Develop and maintain policies, procedures and documentation that assure the highest level of quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Leadership
Budget Management
Operations Management
Undergraduate degree in Biology or Chemistry or related field
Project Management
Vendor /Contract Management
Metric Management
Communication/People Skills
Salaried and hourly management skills
Organizational Skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control
Understanding of regulatory guidelines
Customer interaction
Sensory knowledge
Food or pharmaceutical knowledge

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, direction and training to the plant in areas such as quality, food safety, plant safety sanitation, good manufacturing practices and customer service.
Maintain continuous communication with all departments to assure production priorities and shortfalls are addressed in a timely manner, to not impact customer service.
Establish and review HACCP programs.
Conduct Customer, regulatory and in-house audits.
Monitor plant performance and develop/implement action plans to understand and address areas of concern.
Maintain a clear understanding of customer requirements.
Develop and maintain operational quality standards, batch sheets and specification sheets.
Adherence to all customer Quality policies and procedures as stated in the customer’s manuals.
Create a positive working environment for all associates; one that supports continuous improvement, reinforces company philosophy and policies, and ensures that every individual is treated with respect.
Adhere to all regulatory rules and regulations, ensuring that food safety and product performance standards are met.