Factory Quality Manager

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Nestled at the confluence of the Rock and Crawfish rivers, our factory has been a cornerstone since 1910. As one of the largest manufacturers in the region, we ship countless truckloads and railcars of beloved brands like Fancy Feast®, Friskies®, and Pro Plan®. Beyond our mass production, our Jefferson factory proudly donates 1.2 million cans of food annually, supporting over 40 animal shelters and organizations. Our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Join us in Jefferson, where we work together to make a difference in the lives of pets and our community.

About the role

As the Factory Quality Manager for our Jefferson, WI site, you will champion compliance with all food safety and quality policies, procedures, and standards established by the company and various federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. You will drive the quality assurance (QA) strategy throughout the factory and proactively identify opportunities to continuously improve and generate exceptional results. In this critical leadership role, you will engage, empower, and supervise the Quality department and ensure all manufacturing quality standards are met or exceeded.

• Manage strategic planning and daily operation of the factory Quality department.
• Coach, develop, and mentor the Quality team.
• Ensure adherence to and improvement of Quality and Food Safety Programs, HACCP Programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Management Programs, and others.
• Lead the internal and external factory audit programs to verify adherence to certification standards, regulatory requirements, product, and process specifications.
• Review, maintain, and enhance factory quality resources to support personnel training and competency development, food safety, and quality management systems.
• Manage adherence to ISO requirements and continually monitor external standards to inform internal strategy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistent application of quality standards.
• Drive the Quality pillar in support of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) for the factory.
• Support, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System and all related programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience in manufacturing, production, military, or related environment.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, production, military, or related environment.
• Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required.

Pay

Salary: $102,000.00 to $145,000.00 per year. Bonus Eligibility: Yes.

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range.

Benefits

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.