Job Description

Location: Madison,Wisconsin,United States

Quality Manager – Great Culture with a Growing Company!
Location: Madison, WI
Base Salary: $80,000-$90,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, Disability, 401k (4% match), Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time; 40 hours
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Quality Manager (food manufacturing/industry exp. req.) Description

Our client is seeking a Quality Manager to lead their food safety and quality systems in Madison, WI. With consistent double-digit growth year-over-year, this role offers stability as well as long-term impact to maintain and enhance quality systems. You will oversee a team of five and spend roughly half of your time on the production floor, making this a hands-on role where you help drive initiatives forward. This position balances tactical execution with strategic influence, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy both day-to-day problem solving and long-term process development. Whether you have leadership experience or are looking to take the next step in your career, this is a great opportunity to lead quality and regulatory with a company focused on growth and collaboration.

Quality Manager (food manufacturing/industry exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Oversee quality management team (5) and execute department initiatives
• Lead Food Safety and Quality Systems including HACCP and recall readiness
• Spend significant time on the manufacturing floor daily
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve quality processes
• Oversee all audits and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage testing programs and use data to drive improvements
• Support supplier and customer quality requirements across teams
• Control inventory of expiring, obsolete, or nonconforming materials
• Provide technical support, including root cause analysis
• Review batch records and documentation for compliance
• Maintain certifications and licenses

Quality Manager (food manufacturing/industry exp. req.) Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality experience in food manufacturing or food safety
• Strong expertise in root cause analysis and CAPA implementation
• Proven experience supporting audits (customer, regulatory, or certification)
• Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Able and willing to work onsite daily required

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