Quality Control Manager

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager to lead quality operations within a chemical manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a strong people leader with a chemical engineering background who can oversee quality professionals, strengthen laboratory processes, and ensure consistent product quality and compliance.

Position Responsibilities

Quality Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of approximately six quality professionals.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance guidance to quality and laboratory personnel.
• Establish clear priorities and maintain high standards across quality operations.

Quality Management

• Oversee quality control activities within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ensure products, raw materials, and processes meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across quality and manufacturing operations.

Team & Process Improvement

• Promote a strong culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and other departments to resolve quality issues.
• Develop and improve quality processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Use analytical thinking to identify root causes and drive effective solutions.

Systems & Compliance

• Utilize SAP to manage quality-related processes and information.
• Support the use of advanced ERP systems, including SAP S/4HANA.
• Maintain compliance with applicable quality standards, procedures, and internal requirements.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in quality control or quality management.
• Experience within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Background in coatings, raw materials, or related chemical products is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop quality and laboratory teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Hands-on SAP experience is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Quality management or process improvement certifications are preferred.
• Additional professional certifications related to chemical manufacturing or quality systems are a plus.

What the Role Offers

• Competitive base salary of $85,000–$115,000.
• 8% Short-Term Incentive (STI) opportunity.
• Leadership responsibility for a team of approximately six quality professionals.
• Opportunity to drive quality improvements and strengthen laboratory operations.
• A role with significant influence over quality processes and manufacturing performance.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a specialized chemical manufacturing environment.

Why South Bend?

South Bend offers a strong manufacturing environment and access to an established industrial workforce. The area provides opportunities for professionals seeking a hands-on leadership role in chemical manufacturing while offering a practical community setting and access to the broader regional employment market.