Quality Assurance Supervisor (Plastic Bottle Exp. Required) - Graham Packaging Company

Company Statement:Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.Overview:

Quality Supervisors are responsible for the administration of all aspects of the plant’s Quality program by working with the quality, production, logistics and management personnel. This role may be responsible for the day to day activities of the Quality department personnel, monitoring of compliance to internal quality systems, and facilitation of quality performance awareness and improvement throughout the workforce. The primary duties of a Quality Supervisor include:

• Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices. Conducts and documents HACCP audits.
• Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participates in plant staff, shift, CQI, QA and safety meetings, and conducts regular departmental meetings and departmental training based on needs assessment.
• Assists in hiring, training and directing the daily activities of the plant quality staff based on the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Monitors and provides feedback on the compliance of individuals to internal quality system requirements, provide individual training and improvement goals for those not meeting quality requirements.
• Implements and monitors inspection plans and systems to ensure compliance to customer specifications, elimination of defects and improvement of performance. Completes daily positive release review and COA creating and distribution to appropriate customer personnel.  
• Evaluates and develops operating procedures and controls for automatic and manual inspection devices.
• Communicates on a regular basis any customer issues and overall plant quality performance to plant personnel.
• Communicates with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues, sampling, new product development and ongoing improvement efforts.
• Maintains measuring and test equipment, including calibration, verification of inspection equipment and recommendations for replacements as needed.
• Supports the ongoing development of SPC program, including training.
• Oversees customer complaint response and tracking system and monitors complaint type and frequency to verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• May be responsible for special projects related to other functional areas.
• 0-25% travel may be required.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or related quality experience; or equivalent combination of education and related quality experience is required. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a quality lead, supervisory, or management role in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership skills strongly preferred.

Quality Supervisors are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

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Compensation Statement:The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.Benefits Statement:Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.EEO Disclaimer:Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.