Quality Supervisor

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC•Mansfield, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Supervisor has significant organizational impact responsible for establishing, leading and maintaining compliance in regard to Quality Management Compliance with a Food Safety focus. This role is responsible for developing strategic initiatives, programs and best practices that drive the organization towards excellence in these areas while upholding SCT’s Mission, Vision & Values. This role is responsible for driving proactive behaviors that develop a Continuous Improvement Culture and lead a robust Quality Management System that cost effectively exceeds customer expectations. This position collaborates extensively with the Production Team to influence change, increase engagement and align resources while leading and directing a team of Quality Technicians. The Plant Manager serves as the dedicated back up position to the Quality Supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field (Production Operations, Business, Engineering) is preferred; directly related experience considered in lieu of degree
3 + years of experience in a Lead, Supervisor or Quality Control / QA focused role within a manufacturing environment; experience within the folding carton industry, packaging or print production is highly preferred
Demonstrated working knowledge and direct experience with GMP and food safety and quality certifications (BRC, SQF, AIB, etc)
Ability to lead and drive quality activities across three shifts in a 24-hour production facility
Highly relational with the ability to lead and influence others toward change across the organization
Excellent presentation and training skills
Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English.
Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed.

Nice To Haves

experience within the folding carton industry, packaging or print production is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Influence and drive a quality focused culture enthusiastically engaged in upholding and maintaining audit readiness at all times while maintaining an AA BRCGS rating
Develop and deploy adequate internal specifications to meet or exceed customer requirements
Develop and maintain robust internal audit system while influencing organizational adherence to SCT’s Quality Management System and compliance with all GMP and food safety certification guidelines; develop and oversee quality audits specific to each machine center
Actively participate in activities to remain current and informed on certification changes, additions and industry best practices while effectively communicating to all stakeholders
Develop and communicate performance metrics in a method & manner that becomes actionable and accountable
Review and analyze quality non-conformances to drive corrective and preventive action
Prepare and lead monthly quality meetings and quarterly management reviews
Partner with plant leadership to effectively communicate customer complaints and coach and counsel plant team members to drive improvements
Ensure effective and timely communication takes place with customers and vendors and engage them in developing and communicating corrective action
Facilitate and manage supplier, subcontractor, and customer audits
Develop and train quality team, equipping them with relevant resources and knowledge of best practices
Plan, promote and organize organizational-wide training activities related to product quality and reliability while establishing internal “Quality Champions” that will influence and impact quality improvements
Serve as a resource to all manufacturing locations to ensure quality standards are being supported and sustained
Overall responsibility for compliance with guidelines established by Local, State & Federal mandates or programs, such as IOS9001, SFI and BRC Certification guidelines, as it relates to Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices