Regional Integrated Technical Manager

''•Appleton, WI

1d•$97,500 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Integrated Quality Manager – Global Snacking is a critical leadership role responsible for driving quality excellence across multiple manufacturing sites and functions. This position partners closely with the Snacking Operations Quality Director to lead end-to-end quality initiatives, ensuring consistency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The role oversees key pillars including sensory acceleration, traceability, MDI, compliance, and customer quality, while enabling a strong culture of data-driven decision-making and operational excellence across the region.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in quality management within manufacturing, food, or regulated industries
Strong knowledge of quality systems including ISO, GMP, and HACCP
Proven ability in data analysis, root cause problem solving (RCA, A3), and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with regulatory compliance, document control systems, and change management
Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

Nice To Haves

Experience with digital quality management systems (e.g., SAP, Intelex) preferred
Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred
Sensory program experience and food safety expertise are strong assets

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic development and execution of regional sensory programs, including governance, testing standards, and performance tracking
Own MDI and continuous improvement initiatives by driving KPI performance, root cause analysis, and cross-functional project execution
Provide leadership and support during traceability drills and real-time trace events to ensure effective and timely responses
Serve as the regional subject matter expert for Management of Change (MOC), building capability across site teams
Oversee ALBD (Age, Lost, Blocked, Damaged) program management, including data analysis, process optimization, and stakeholder alignment
Lead investigations and corrective actions for trailer quality claims to improve product integrity during transit
Manage document control processes and ensure effective rollout of controlled documents across all sites
Act as the primary liaison with the global regulatory team to drive proactive compliance and regulatory alignment
Lead customer technical support activities, including complaint management, audit readiness, and customer visits
Drive food safety initiatives such as sanitation excellence, hygienic zoning, and compliance with regional regulatory requirements