Quality Manager - Chicago, IL | Food Manufacturing

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD90,000 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality team at their food manufacturing facility in Chicago. They need a strong leader who can champion continuous improvement efforts and further optimize the performance of an already well-functioning department.
  • Company growth has been exponential year over year!
  • Opportunity to lead an established quality team within a growing product space!

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent food manufacturer in the meat industry, known for producing high-quality, sustainable, and innovative products. With decades of experience, they offer a wide variety of premium meats-from fresh cuts and processed items to convenient ready-to-eat meals-catering to both traditional tastes and evolving consumer trends.

They prioritize quality by sourcing top-grade ingredients from reliable partners and utilizing advanced production techniques. Their dedication to sustainability and animal welfare ensures that every product is crafted responsibly and delivers exceptional flavor.

Renowned for their innovation and unwavering focus on customer satisfaction, our client has built a strong reputation across the industry. Whether supplying retail, food service, or private label markets, they consistently uphold the highest standards in quality and food safety.

Job Description

  • Quality Control Oversight: Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes to ensure that all meat products meet or exceed regulatory, safety, and customer standards.
  • Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA) and company-specific policies, overseeing audits and certifications to maintain product integrity and safety.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and train a team of quality assurance specialists, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high-performance standards within the production environment.
  • Inspection & Testing: Conduct regular inspections, testing, and sensory evaluations of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to identify and resolve any quality issues.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Investigate and troubleshoot product defects or deviations, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to mitigate future occurrences.
  • Supplier & Vendor Management: Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality of raw materials and components, conducting audits and assessments as necessary.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of quality control activities, test results, audits, and corrective actions, preparing regular reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, improve yield, and enhance overall product quality through data analysis and performance metrics.
  • Customer Interaction: Handle customer complaints related to product quality, working closely with the customer service team to address issues and implement solutions.
  • Health & Safety: Promote and enforce workplace health and safety standards, ensuring that all staff adhere to safety protocols during the production and handling of meat products.



Please apply below, if you're resume looks to fit in with the criteria. From there, Ben Aldrich from Michael Page will reach out in the next 48 hours if deemed a fit!

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The Successful Applicant

  • 3+ years of managerial experience within Food Manufacturing
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Direct USDA Experience, Direct Meat Manufacturing Experience
  • Other qualifications listed in the key responsibilities
  • Sponsorship not provided

What's on Offer

  • Compensation up to $100,000
  • Bonus around 5-10%
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Company covers 100% of premium on dental and vision
  • Company covers 90% of premium on medical
  • 401K match
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6721957

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-042025-6721957