Quality Manager

Quality ManagerGrow 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.In this role, you'll be the driving force behind product quality on the plant floor—partnering closely with operations, leading a team of inspectors and technicians, and ensuring every product that leaves our facility meets both customer expectations and internal standards.Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 16 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.Drive Quality ExcellenceDevelop and execute quality strategies aligned with plant and company goalsEstablish and maintain robust GMP and quality systemsLead root cause analysis and corrective actions to eliminate defectsLead Audits & ComplianceOwn internal, customer, and third-party auditsEnsure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal standardsMaintain audit readiness at all timesStrengthen Processes & SystemsDefine product specifications, control plans, and validation processesImplement monitoring systems and continuous improvement initiativesAnalyze trends and data to proactively improve performanceOwn Food Safety ProgramsLead food safety systems, documentation, and trainingManage HACCP plans and critical control pointsEnsure all materials and finished goods meet strict safety standardsDevelop People & CultureLead, coach, and develop the quality teamPartner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply ChainPromote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvementWhat Success Looks LikeConsistent delivery of high-quality, compliant productsStrong audit performance with minimal findingsReduced customer complaints and internal defectsA proactive, engaged quality culture across the plantWhat You BringExperience leading quality in a manufacturing environment (rigid plastics preferred but not required)A bachelor's degree in quality engineering or quality managementStrong knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and audit processesExperience with food safety programs (HACCP, audits, compliance)Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional partnersSix Sigma Green Belt or HigherData-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skillsProficient in Cause Mapping, root cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, validation, and change managementEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.