Lead Quality. Influence Operations. Grow Your Career. If you're a Quality Manager (with HACCP & SQF certifications) who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys building teams, driving continuous improvement, and partnering closely with operations, this opportunity deserves a closer look. Our client is an established, family-owned manufacturer experiencing sustained double-digit growth. They are investing heavily in their people, facilities, and future expansion plans, creating outstanding long-term career opportunities for the right leader. Why This Opportunity Stands Out • Multi-year "Best Places to Work" award winner • Modern, climate-controlled manufacturing facility • Strong employee engagement and internal promotion culture • Significant company growth and expansion initiatives underway • Highly visible leadership role with direct impact on plant performance The Opportunity The Quality Manager will lead day-to-day quality operations for a 24/5 manufacturing facility serving some of the most demanding consumer brands in the world. You'll oversee a team of Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Inspectors while partnering closely with Operations, Production, Engineering, R&D, and Supply Chain to ensure product quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives remain best-in-class. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and successfully navigate a high-volume manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop a team of quality professionals across multiple shifts • Drive GMP, HACCP, food safety, quality assurance, and compliance initiatives • Manage customer complaint investigations, corrective actions, and root cause analysis • Oversee internal audits, supplier quality programs, and regulatory compliance efforts • Maintain and improve ISO, food safety, and quality management systems • Partner with production and operations leadership to improve quality performance and reduce defects • Analyze quality metrics, SPC data, and process trends to identify improvement opportunities • Support continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction • Ensure traceability, documentation, product specifications, and quality records are maintained What We're Looking For • Quality leadership experience within a regulated manufacturing environment • Experience leading quality teams in food packaging, food manufacturing, food ingredients, medical packaging, or similar industries • Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety systems, and quality management principles • Experience with ISO certifications, auditing, corrective actions, and continuous improvement programs • Proven ability to influence production and operational stakeholders • Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills • Bachelor's degree preferred in Food Science, Packaging, Engineering, Quality, or a related field