Sonoco

Quality Manager II - Plant

Milwaukee, WI, USA · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$102k-$115kDetected 5 days ago

Process ImprovementLeadershipProblem SolvingLean Manufacturing

About the role

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year.
We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.
While reporting to the Senior Manager, Division Quality, you will be responsible for managing the plant quality assurance function as directed.

Develops and implements comprehensive quality assurance strategies and monitors manufacturing processes to ensure product safety, integrity, and compliance with established standards.
Leads and manages a team of quality assurance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to achieve departmental objectives. Manages, facilitates, and drives quality root cause analysis and data driven problem-solving methodologies.
Supports, facilitates, and drives continuous improvement activities.
Manages, drives, and supports Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) to increase first pass yield while also reducing Customer Complaints, scrap, and inspection costs.
Leads and drives the Plant from reactionary Quality to preventive Quality.
Manages the maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) program, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Plans, develops, applies & maintains Quality Systems ensuring conformance to Customer, internal business, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to lead and drive gage & process capability and performance improvement.
Strong and proven leadership to drive to closure RCA and CAPA.
Experience and knowledge of ISO or equivalent Quality Systems (Lead Auditor).

This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, participating in monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.

Possess Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
Experience and knowledge of value stream mapping and other lean techniques.
Experience and knowledge of Minitab or equivalent statistical software.
Experience and knowledge of Infinity QS or equivalent SPC software.
Experience and knowledge of pFMEAs and Control Plans.
Proficient in implementing 5S principles for efficient workplace organization and process optimization.
Ability to effectively instruct and train other employees.
Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.

The annual base salary range for this role is from $102,240 to $115,020, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.
An annual incentive is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.
This annual incentive is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.
At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement

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