Safety & Quality Manager

The Royal Group • Alsip, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

GenCorr, a TRG company and affiliate of Schwarz Partners is currently seeking a Safety & Quality Manager to support our Alsip, IL facility. The Safety and Quality Manager is responsible for planning/developing and directing activities and policies that support the safety and quality of the entire operation with a maintained focus on continuous improvement. The Royal Group’s mission is to provide value-added solutions to the most demanding customers.

Requirements

• HS Diploma (or GED) or higher.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the corrugated industry.
• Experience with safety and quality oversight and reporting.
• Knowledge of various paperboard stocks, board grade combinations, POP displays and printing processes.
• Knowledge of products, machine limitations and costing variables.
• Knowledge of industry specific safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Strong team player; safety and quality conscious leader.
• Ability to work well with and speak to groups.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Knowledge of computers and various production software systems.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, communicate and maintain safety and quality strategies and programs throughout the operation.
• Facilitate bi-weekly monthly safety committee meetings; lead and direct members of the committee in safety programs and initiatives; train and facilitate the principles of safety with team.
• Responsible for assigning weekly safety training topics/materials and safety audits to Supervisors; coordinate and work with team on plant audits.
• Work in conjunction with HR to conduct new hire safety training.
• Monitor completion of online safety training for all employees.
• Follow all company safety policies, reporting any issues, accidents or incidents immediately.
• Manage and coordinate all work-related injury and incident investigations and reporting.
• Investigate customer quality complaints and non-conformance issues
• Manage and provide input into relevant quality systems including corrective actions and customer complaint resolution.
• Prepare and conduct quality review meetings with the management team.
• Internal auditing of machine productivity and efficiency data.
• Work with Supervisors, Leads and Operators to improve set ups and run rates while maintaining quality standards.
• Direct and continuously improve standards for the disposition of finished product and rework by determining inspection and physical testing methods and procedures.
• Maintain product quality by enforcing quality assurance policies and procedures and other requirements; collaborating with other members of management to develop new training methods.
• Coordinate activities and facilitate interactions during regulatory agency, third party, internal and customer audits; responsible for respective communication and documentation to management.
• Demonstrate outstanding supervisory and human relations skills by creating a positive work environment, modeling superior behavior, attitude and performance, respecting confidentiality, and engaging in fair and consistent treatment of employees.
• Keep appropriate management informed of problems or situations that may affect the performance of the plant.
• Meet with customers, suppliers, and vendors as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including federal and/or state required environmental systems, OSHA Safety and Health rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Year-round employment for job stability.
• Unlimited opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement.
• Exceptional pay
• Great, affordable benefits (including life, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and more!).
• A clean facility, featuring state-of-the-art technology.
• A respectful, empowering, team-oriented and employee-friendly environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED