Glendale Heights, Illinois

$125,000.00 - $145,000.00/year

Industrial & Manufacturing

Job ID: 54808697

Job Description

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER IN GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL
Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Quality Assurance Manager to join our team in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This individual will be responsible for leading and strengthening quality systems across multiple facilities. This role ensures consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and effective execution of quality and food safety programs across manufacturing operations and supplier networks. The ideal candidate is structured, process-driven, and able to bring clarity and accountability to quality procedures while balancing cost efficiency and operational realities. Apply online and kickstart your career today!

Pay, Schedule, and Location
  • Starting at $125,000-$145,000/yearly 
  • Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
  • M–F | 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Located in Glendale Heights, Illinois

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead SQF, HACCP, GMP, FSMA, and regulatory compliance across all locations.
  • Maintain audit readiness through structured project plans and accurate documentation.
  • Strengthen CAPA and root cause analysis systems.
  • Monitor production activities and address risks proactively.
  • Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
  • Oversee supplier qualification, approval, and ongoing performance monitoring.
  • Maintain FSVP compliance and review incoming material documentation.
  • Investigate supplier deviations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
  • Partner with procurement and operations to support quality and supply reliability.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality communication.
  • Lead customer complaint investigations with timely, structured responses.
  • Identify trends and implement improvements to reduce repeat issues.
  • Reinforce the organization’s commitment to product integrity and long-term partnerships.
  • Work closely with production teams to ensure products meet customer-specific requirements.
  • Understand agricultural raw material variability (color, granulation, moisture, form) and its production impact.
  • Support compliant deviations, reblends, or formulation adjustments when needed.
  • Improve and document processes related to variability management.
  • Ensure quality documentation enables timely release of finished goods
  • Lead quality teams across multiple sites with clear roles and accountability.
  • Develop department KPIs aligned with company objectives.
  • Foster collaboration across production, operations, and supply chain.
  • Establish consistent communication rhythms and build a cohesive, accountable quality organization.
  • Identify workflow inefficiencies and implement data-driven improvements.
  • Enhance ERP usage, documentation visibility, and general quality systems effectiveness.
  • Promote continuous improvement while balancing quality standards with operational and cost considerations.

Requirements and Qualifications
  • 7–15+ years of quality leadership experience in food or ingredient manufacturing.
  • Strong working knowledge of GFSI, FSMA, and food safety systems.
  • Experience partnering with production teams and managing customer specifications.
  • Proven ability to create structured project plans and documentation systems.
  • Experience with FSVP and supplier quality programs.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Team management and cross-functional leadership experience.
  • Proficiency in ERP platforms, quality software, and standard computer applications.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.

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(Salary range based on experience)
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