Quality Manager

Title : Quality Manager (Food Manufacturing)

Location : Chicago, IL (Little Village area)

Salary : $110k - $130k + bonus potential

Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision, 401k

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Quality Manager to ensure our food products meet the highest standards of safety, consistency, and quality. This role will oversee quality assurance and control across all production phases and foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the plant.

Responsibilities :

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Quality Management System to ensure regulatory compliance and product consistency.
• Lead quality assurance and control protocols across raw materials, in-process checks, and finished products.
• Conduct audits, traceability checks, and corrective / preventive actions to address quality deviations.
• Manage product testing and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for audits or inspections.
• Collaborate with Operations to integrate quality improvements and lean principles into daily workflows.
• Train and mentor staff in quality standards, GMP, sanitation, and safety practices.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, customers, and regulatory inspectors.
• Promote a plant-wide culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications :

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.