Quality Manager
INDEVCO North America, Inc., Longview, TX, United States
Description
INDEVCO North America, a protective materials manufacturing group headquartered near Richmond, Virginia, is committed to innovating energy‑efficient building envelope products, as well as sustainable paper and plastic packaging solutions. In addition, we have invested in and manage recycling operations for biomass and reprocessed materials that create a circular economy.
Job Type
Full‑time
Our facilities
Our facilities in Georgia, Mississippi, New Jersey, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia serve a growing range of markets: building and construction, beverage, chemical and petrochemical, food, industrial salt and minerals, lawn and garden, packaging converting, pet food, and transport. INDEVCO has operated for over 40 years in the US. For more information, visit www.INDEVCONorthAmerica.com.
Quality Assurance Manager
This position is responsible for leading and managing the entire range of Quality programs.
Job Responsibilities & Tasks
Coordinate document preparation and certifications for audits and act as the main point of contact for audits with regulatory and third‑party compliance.
Identify, document, and communicate non‑compliance issues to production and warehouse operations and manage release procedures.
Maintain the integrity of our quality assurance processes, ensuring all products meet established safety and quality specifications.
Quality Systems & Compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain the SQF Food Safety System in accordance with current standards.
Serve as the designated SQF Practitioner, ensuring the facility meets all certification and audit requirements.
Lead internal audits, corrective actions, and verification activities to ensure ongoing compliance with GFSI and customer requirements.
Maintain and control documentation related to quality policies, procedures, and records.
Operational Quality Leadership
Oversee quality control processes including raw material inspection, in‑process checks, and final product release.
Collaborate with production, technical, maintenance, engineering and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures.
Conduct root cause analysis and lead CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) initiatives.
Monitor and analyze quality metrics (defect rates, first‑pass yield, audit scores) to drive performance improvements.
Training & Culture
Train and mentor staff on GMPs, HACCP, and SQF protocols.
Promote a culture of food safety and quality ownership throughout the facility.
Lead quality‑related training programs and ensure team competency.
Physical Demand
50% of time spent on the plant floor.
Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on manufacturing environment.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance; flexible packaging or blown film experience preferred.
Certified in HACCP; SQF Practitioner designation or eligibility required.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, GMPs, and food safety standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
INDEVCO North America, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental impairment, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.
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INDEVCO North America, a protective materials manufacturing group headquartered near Richmond, Virginia, is committed to innovating energy‑efficient building envelope products, as well as sustainable paper and plastic packaging solutions. In addition, we have invested in and manage recycling operations for biomass and reprocessed materials that create a circular economy.
Job Type
Full‑time
Our facilities
Our facilities in Georgia, Mississippi, New Jersey, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia serve a growing range of markets: building and construction, beverage, chemical and petrochemical, food, industrial salt and minerals, lawn and garden, packaging converting, pet food, and transport. INDEVCO has operated for over 40 years in the US. For more information, visit www.INDEVCONorthAmerica.com.
Quality Assurance Manager
This position is responsible for leading and managing the entire range of Quality programs.
Job Responsibilities & Tasks
Coordinate document preparation and certifications for audits and act as the main point of contact for audits with regulatory and third‑party compliance.
Identify, document, and communicate non‑compliance issues to production and warehouse operations and manage release procedures.
Maintain the integrity of our quality assurance processes, ensuring all products meet established safety and quality specifications.
Quality Systems & Compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain the SQF Food Safety System in accordance with current standards.
Serve as the designated SQF Practitioner, ensuring the facility meets all certification and audit requirements.
Lead internal audits, corrective actions, and verification activities to ensure ongoing compliance with GFSI and customer requirements.
Maintain and control documentation related to quality policies, procedures, and records.
Operational Quality Leadership
Oversee quality control processes including raw material inspection, in‑process checks, and final product release.
Collaborate with production, technical, maintenance, engineering and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures.
Conduct root cause analysis and lead CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) initiatives.
Monitor and analyze quality metrics (defect rates, first‑pass yield, audit scores) to drive performance improvements.
Training & Culture
Train and mentor staff on GMPs, HACCP, and SQF protocols.
Promote a culture of food safety and quality ownership throughout the facility.
Lead quality‑related training programs and ensure team competency.
Physical Demand
50% of time spent on the plant floor.
Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on manufacturing environment.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance; flexible packaging or blown film experience preferred.
Certified in HACCP; SQF Practitioner designation or eligibility required.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, GMPs, and food safety standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
INDEVCO North America, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental impairment, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.
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