Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (packaging or plastics)
Minimum of five years in Manufacturing or Quality Assurance Leadership
Functional knowledge of statistical process controls
Proficiency with statistical software like Minitab
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders
Responsibilities
Formulate and maintain Quality Control objectives aligned with Production procedures
Uphold ISO compliance and manage food safety programs
Govern Quality Control through audits, data analysis, and documentation
Champion Continuous Improvement initiatives and guide teams
Act as primary contact between customers and production regarding quality
Manage a team of engineers, auditors, and technicians
Participate in the Site Steering Committee with functional leaders
Benefits
Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance (Short-Term & Long-Term)
401(k) Plan with Company Matching and Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off (80 hours in the first year)
Tuition Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Employee Discount Programs
Full Job Description
As a key member of the Atlanta Leadership Team, you manage the Quality Assurance Program at this 100-person manufacturing facility, which produces 100 million rigid plastic containers annually. Your mission is to assure we deliver the high standards of excellence for which Plastipak is known
You Will
Formulate and maintain Quality Control objectives and coordinate these objectives with the Production procedures to maximize product reliability and minimize costs
Uphold ISO compliance and maintaining food safety program, insuring applicable programs are sustainable and effective (i.e. bacterial testing, pest control program, etc.)
Govern Quality Control through internal and external audits, data analysis and reporting, documentation and other due diligence
Champion Continuous Improvement Team, and providing guidance and oversight to customers and leadership team
Serves as primary contact between the customer and production facility (i.e. serves as the voice of the customer regarding all quality related activities)
Manage a team of 2 Engineer, 2 Auditor & 6 Technicians)
Serve as a member of the Site Steering Committee, comprised of the site functional leaders
You Have
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (packaging, or plastics)
Minimum of five (5) years of Manufacturing or Quality Assurance Leadership experience
Functional knowledge of statistical process controls and manufacturing operations
Proficiency with statistical software application, such as Minitab
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills at the level appropriate to represent Plastipak to customers, vendors, regulatory agencies and executives
As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:
Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
EAP, Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
Paid Company Holidays
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiving via Care.com
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Travel Assistance
Employee Discount Programs
*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements
About Plastipak Packaging
Plastipak Packaging is a global packaging solutions provider that specializes in the design, manufacturing, and recycling of plastic containers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan. Plastipak offers a range of packaging solutions for various industries including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. The company operates over 60 production sites across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Plastipak is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of recycled materials and the development of eco-friendly packaging solutions.
