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Quality Systems Director

ARDAGH GROUP
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Role description :

The Director of Quality Systems is responsible for the design, plan, and execution of all quality system functions including quality systems, quality engineering, process and product validation, product release, non-conformance systems, complaint investigation, corrective / preventive action, process audit, document control, training, certifications and compliance to applicable regulatory and company requirements. This role designs, compiles, and analyzes quality trends and issues quality performance metrics and reports.

Responsibilities :

  • Develop and implement the Quality Management System (QMS) that integrates policies, processes, and methods to inspect, measure, and validate incoming material, product, and manufacturing processes
  • Oversee initiatives for maintaining or obtaining QMS / GFSI compliance at manufacturing sites
  • Drive top-down support to ensure implementation, development, and consistency of standard practices for Quality and Food Safe systems
  • Establish data-driven methods and tools to evaluate the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
  • Develop, implement, and communicate a clear strategic vision for quality to maximize employee alignment, engagement, and performance
  • Ensure all quality systems at manufacturing sites are in full compliance with company and regulatory requirements
  • Develop short and long-term quality assurance strategies in line with global initiatives and work with management teams across the company to set quality benchmarks
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement of quality procedures and processes to ensure delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products to the customer
  • Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies and programs within the departmental responsibilities

Minimum skills / qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in quality, business administration, engineering, or a related field
  • Five (5) years of experience in quality or a related field
  • Three (3) years of experience leading a department
  • Understanding of FSSC : 22000, ISO14001, and ISO 9001 requirements
  • Effective problem solver with the ability to work independently
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with various levels of corporate, plant management, as well as hourly team members
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Preferred skills / qualifications :

  • ASQ certification(s)
  • Lead auditor certification or demonstrated experience in leading audits
  • Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
  • Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
  • Competent in problem-solving, team building, planning, and decision making
  • About Ardagh Group

    Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.

    Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

  • Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
  • Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
  • Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?
  • Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

    Benefits Offered

  • Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an employer retirement contribution
  • Paid holidays, floating days and vacation
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
  • Benefits available from day 1 of employment
  • Flexible and hybrid working hours
  • Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.

    Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.  Contact Clare McHugh (clare.mchugh@ardaghgroup.com) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.

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