QA Program Manager

Reyes Holdings - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Milwaukee, WI

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The QA Program Manager at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling is responsible for managing projects that support the US Quality Strategy. This role involves leading compliance activities, developing policies and programs, conducting training, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The manager will oversee the Quality Management System for Distribution Centers, driving process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives while supervising quality assurance team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, and lead the Quality Management System.
• Responsible for developing internal policies and procedures for the Quality department.
• Work closely with Distribution Center teams to implement new Quality programs or changes to existing programs.
• Deliver training to Quality Supervisors related to program rollout.
• Oversee the prioritization and portfolio of Quality projects in partnership with the Director of Quality.
• Identify, coordinate, and manage several quality projects to advance the Quality Management System.
• Oversee the planning, design, implementation, and completion of projects.
• Execute the project plan and provide support for moving projects forward.
• Identify and communicate alignment and impact of project plan across the organization.
• Proactively anticipate project risks and establish contingency plans for project success.
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in food science or a related subject and 6+ years of related experience, or a high school diploma and 9+ years of specific experience.
• 5-7 years leading Quality and Food Safety in an operational or functional support role; experience leading and managing quality projects.
• 6+ years of project management experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in a distribution and/or manufacturing work environment.
• Capability to lead and develop a Quality culture through engagement at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work and facilitate inter-departmental teams.
• Ability to motivate individuals and effectively accomplish tasks through others.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K Match
• PTO
• Education Reimbursement