Shape the Future of Packaging!
Galloway Consolidated Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Bema Incorporated, Elite Extrusion Technology and Bema Digital Innovations; a recognized leading supplier to the flexible packaging industry; is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager.
We encourage innovation from our associates, employ the latest technology and have aggressive expansion plans. This position will support our facility in St. Charles, Illinois.
Salary Range: $95,000 to $110,000/Year
Responsibilities & Duties
Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate and refine operational policies, systems, and strategies to guarantee the delivery of premium-quality products.
- Drive quality achievement and performance improvements across all levels of the organization.
- Identify and implement specialized quality-related training programs to enhance team competency and technical standards.
- Report directly to the Director of Research & Development (R&D), working in close alignment to support organizational growth and innovation.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety Standards
- Direct the coordination of the AIB (American Institute of Baking) Program, maintaining a consistent “AIB Superior” rating through rigorous auditing and compliance.
- Ensure 100% execution of corrective actions and ongoing adherence to strict customer specifications and industry requirements.
- Interpret data from routine analyses to validate that all materials meet rigorous standards before being approved for customer shipment.
Technical Oversight & Department Management
- Organize and lead Quality Laboratory operations and department personnel, fostering a culture of precision and accountability.
- Utilize advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) techniques to resolve product quality issues and prevent recurrence.
- Oversee the precision calibration of all inspection instruments and maintain comprehensive certification records.
- Manage a secure, retrievable, and complete documentation system for all quality records and compliance data.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required, with a preference for a concentration in Plastics Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related technical field.
- 3–5 years of dedicated Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience in Plastic Packaging or Blown Film industries is highly preferred.
Regulatory & Certification Mastery
- Required experience managing AIB (American Institute of Baking) or SQF (Safe Quality Food) certifications.
- Demonstrated ability to implement and uphold company-wide policies to maintain “Superior” audit ratings.
Technical & Analytical Skills
- Thorough technical knowledge of physical property testing for flexible films, including: Dart Impact, Tear Strength, Tensile, and COF (Coefficient of Friction). As well as MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) and OTR (Oxygen Transmission Rate).
- Proven ability to utilize data-driven methods to resolve complex quality deviations and production challenges.
- Intermediate to advanced mathematical and computational skills for data analysis and reporting.
Communication & Leadership
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical quality data into actionable insights for cross-functional teams.
- A proven track record of working effectively within a manufacturing atmosphere to drive quality as a shared responsibility.
Salary for this position is based on, among other things, a candidate’s experience and qualifications. Galloway Consolidated Holdings offers a competitive compensation package including salary, bonus plan, paid vacation, 401K and comprehensive health and life insurance options.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates may be pre-screened with a phone interview and employment is subject to drug and background testing.
Salary Range: $95,000 to $110,000/year
