Quality & Safety Manager

The Quality & Safety Manager oversees all quality systems, laboratory operations, and safety initiatives. This role ensures products meet internal and customer requirements, maintains ISO 9001:2015 certifications, manages customer complaints, and drives continuous improvement. The manager also leads health and safety compliance in alignment with OSHA standards. QMS Management & Quality Assurance (50%) Lead the Quality Control (QC) team and manage all lab operations. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment. Oversee customer complaints, returns, and concessions; drive corrective actions and improvements. Develop and maintain quality documents (e.g., PFMEAs, Control Plans, SOPs). Conduct internal audits and maintain ISO 9001:2015 compliance. Implement and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) programs and analyze CPK data. Ensure all quality records are accurate and updated. Manage inspection of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods. Coordinate with production to optimize product quality and minimize costs. Manage lab equipment calibrations and maintain calibration records. Act as liaison with ISO Registrar and manage all ISO documentation. Lead safety initiatives, incident investigations, and 5S programs. Implement and oversee Layered Process Audits (LPA). Occupational Health & Safety Compliance (50%) Ensure full facility compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. Maintain the OSHA 300 log and all mandatory safety postings. Oversee the plant's combustible dust management plan, ensuring proper housekeeping, routine inspection of local exhaust ventilation (LEV) / dust collection systems, and compliance with NFPA standards. Develop, audit, and enforce machine-specific Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, particularly for high-energy compounding equipment like twin-screw extruders, high-intensity blenders, and pelletizers. Lead investigations for all near-misses, injuries, or property damage. Identify root causes and implement corrective safety actions to prevent recurrence. Conduct safety orientations for new hires and lead continuous training on chemical hazards (HazCom/SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), forklift safety, and hot work permits. Physical Demands Ability to sit, climb, stoop, kneel, or crawl as needed. Regularly lift/move up to 10 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Engineering. 2–5 years of experience in a laboratory or production quality environment. Experience with Six Sigma, LEAN methodologies. Expertise in ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 standards. Internal Auditor Certified Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Retirement savings plan Collaborative and inclusive work environment #J-18808-Ljbffr SILON US