Quality Manager
About the role
Grow boldly with Pretium! We’re looking for an onsite Quality Manager for our plant in Aurora, Illinois who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and knows how to balance high standards with real-world production demands.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute quality strategies aligned with plant and company goals
Establish and maintain robust GMP and quality systems
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to eliminate defects
Own internal, customer, and third-party audits
Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal standards
Maintain audit readiness at all times
Define product specifications, control plans, and validation processes
Implement monitoring systems and continuous improvement initiatives
Analyze trends and data to proactively improve performance
Own food safety programs
Lead food safety systems, documentation, and training
Manage HACCP plans and critical control points
Ensure all materials and finished goods meet strict safety standards
Develop people and culture
Lead, coach, and develop the quality team
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Requirements
Experience leading quality in a manufacturing environment (rigid plastics preferred but not required)
A bachelor’s degree in quality engineering or quality management
Strong knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and audit processes
Experience with food safety programs (HACCP, audits, compliance)
Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional partners
Six Sigma Green Belt or Higher
Data-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in Cause Mapping, root cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, validation, and change management
Qualifications
Experience leading quality in a manufacturing environment (rigid plastics preferred but not required)
A bachelor’s degree in quality engineering or quality management
Strong knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and audit processes
Experience with food safety programs (HACCP, audits, compliance)
Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional partners
Six Sigma Green Belt or Higher
Data-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in Cause Mapping, root cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, validation, and change management
Skills
Data-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in Cause Mapping, root cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, validation, and change management
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Flexible work schedule
Health insurance benefits
Employee development opportunities
Work-life balance
Pay
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time