Quality Supervisor

Purpose

Work closely with the plant personnel and the multisite Quality Manager to facilitate daily quality functions. Ensure procedures are followed and product testing is performed in a manner that will enhance the delivery of quality product to the customer.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety/quality rules and absolutes to foster the safety/quality culture in the plant.
• Tests quality, packaging, labeling specifications on product coming off the end of line for accuracy.
• Trains and coaches operators and packers on the line to be able to understand test methods and specifications to ensure accuracy and comprehension.
• Coordinates production inspection activities to ensure all lines are tested during the manufacturing process.
• Works closely with the Warehouse and Production teams to identify and implement continuous improvement projects to drive cost savings.
• Oversees the quality management system and conducts internal audits.
• Places non-conforming finished product on hold. Coordinates the recheck and disposition.
• Maintains test equipment in accordance with set standards. Trains others as required.
• Manages all quality reporting, retain program, and gage-list calibration.
• Tests in-process, finished, and return products as requested. Assists in developing procedures and acceptance limits.
• Works with Purchasing to address any vendor concerns.
• Supervises the shift when the production and warehouse management team is not present.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have good speaking skills. Able to edit documents for accuracy including spelling and grammar.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and employees both in person and through written and verbal correspondence.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal direction and be self-motivated.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures. Visually inspects the facility for tripping hazards, equipment safeguards and helps to maintain a clean work environment.
• High school graduation or its equivalent required. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or relevant version required; certification as internal auditor preferred.
• Experience with lab testing, preferred.
• High attention to detail required performing testing in an accurate and repeatable manner.
• Production or quality control experience with extrusion, flexographic printing, and/or converting processes is a plus.
• Ability to do functional math.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location)
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)