Plant Quality Manager

Regional Quality ManagerWe are seeking an experienced quality professional to serve as a Regional Quality Manager within RLG's enterprise quality structure. This role is an embedded operational quality partner, not a site auditor or corporate inspector. The Regional Quality Manager works alongside site teams to strengthen quality system execution, build problem-solving capability, develop audit readiness, and transfer knowledge across facilities within the assigned region. This role is the regional extension of the OneRLG Quality Operating Model and a key link between site-level execution and enterprise quality governance. This role is also customer-facing, owning customer quality escalations within the region and serving as the regional lead for customer audit preparation across sites.This Regional role is to specifically cover our PNW region. The ideal candidate is located near one of our PNW sites (Petaluma, CA, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA) and willing to travel to the other assigned locations.ResponsibilitiesServe as the embedded quality resource for site teams within the assigned region, providing hands-on coaching and support for QMS executionPartner with site quality personnel and plant management to strengthen day-to-day quality system performanceSupport sites in achieving and sustaining compliance with applicable certification standards (ISO 9001, SQF, AIB, IFS PACsecure, ISO 13485, SGP, or others as applicable)Assist sites in interpreting and applying enterprise quality standards, policies, and procedures developed by Corporate QualitySupport site teams in conducting structured root cause analysis for nonconformances, customer complaints, and audit findingsCoach site personnel through corrective action development, ensuring proposed actions address verified root causes rather than symptomsMonitor CAPA effectiveness within the region and escalate systemic or recurring issues to the Senior Manager, Quality SystemsParticipate in regional escalations as a quality resource for complex problem-solving requiring cross-functional coordinationOwn and manage customer quality escalations within the assigned region, acting as a customer-facing point of contact and driving escalated quality issues through to resolution.Support sites in maintaining audit readiness for internal, customer, and third-party certification auditsAssist in conducting or facilitating internal audits within the region as the enterprise audit model maturesIdentify and communicate pre-audit gaps, track readiness actions, and coordinate with site teams to close findings proactivelyParticipate in cross-regional audits as directed by the Senior Manager, Quality SystemsServe as the regional lead for customer audit preparation, ensuring each site within the region is ready for customer audits, either by leading the audit on RLG's behalf or by ensuring the site Quality Manager is fully prepared to lead it.Identify site-level quality personnel development needs and coordinate with Corporate Quality on training and development interventionsTransfer knowledge and best practices across sites within the region, preventing repeat issues and accelerating local problem-solving capabilitySupport new or developing site quality personnel through coaching, shadowing, and structured development activitiesContribute to the Enterprise Learning System by capturing site-level insights and ensuring learnings are available across the networkServe as the primary quality communication link between regional sites and the Corporate Quality functionMaintain awareness of site quality performance, certification status, open CAPA items, and emerging risk across the regional portfolioProvide the Senior Manager, Quality Systems with timely updates on regional quality conditions, escalations, and support needsSupport regional operations leadership with quality data and insight needed for operational decision-makingThe Ideal Candidate Will:Lead through coaching and partnership, building trust with site teams as a resource, not an authority figure passing judgment.Be comfortable operating across multiple sites and stakeholders simultaneously, managing competing priorities without losing follow-through.Bring strong root cause analysis instincts and the ability to transfer those skills to others through hands-on coaching.Thrive in a field-based, travel-heavy role with a high degree of independence and limited daily supervision.Be energized by building capability in others, measuring success by how much stronger sites become, not by how much they depend on regional support.Qualifications:Required5+ years of quality management experience in manufacturing, with demonstrated ownership of a site-level quality management systemWorking knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent; internal auditor experience requiredPractical experience with structured root cause analysis and corrective action methodologiesAbility to work effectively across multiple sites and stakeholders with limited direct authorityStrong interpersonal and coaching skills; ability to build trust and influence without positional authorityCustomer-facing communication skills, including the ability to manage customer quality escalations and support or lead customer auditsPreferredExperience with food safety standards (SQF, AIB, IFS PACsecure, HACCP, or equivalent)Exposure to label, packaging, or consumer goods manufacturing environmentsLead auditor certification or equivalent third-party audit preparation experienceFamiliarity with CAPA governance, effectiveness verification, and corrective action tracking systemsExperience supporting multi-site or multi-standard certification programsPosted Pay Range: 115,000 - 140,000 base