Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we have grown 5x faster than the overall packaging industry since 1898.
Chances are you enjoy products supplied by us every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.
Our engagement scores are 2x the national average, and every employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. Combined with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here!
Are you looking for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are hiring a Quality Manager who will be responsible for increasing sales revenue for Berlin by selling the Quality Service Division value added services in exchange for new or incremental packaging business. This person will also ensure that all aspects of the Quality Program function efficiently and serve as the liason between Customers and other departments.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide direct support to Berlin sales team to expand sales opportunities and close business by leveraging the services available under the Berlin Quality Service Division.
- Develop and provide quality consulting services to customers.
- Use quality services and strategy to help prospect for new business.
- Interact directly with Customers and Suppliers in order to resolve critical and complex claims and other Quality issues.
- Train internal Berlin employees on quality processes and principals.
- Provide technical support for Customer Quality Management and Regulatory requests in the form of training sessions or customer interactions.
- Maintain the integrity of the CAR process by evaluating Root Causes and monitoring the implementation of all Corrective Actions.
- Communicate Berlin’s Quality expectations to our Suppliers and perform Manufacturing site visits to evaluate their processes, capabilities and Quality systems.
- Perform functional testing, dimensional analysis and defective product evaluations for determination of Root Cause and assignment of Corrective Action.
- Support the Organization’s ISO 9001 internal audit program
- Ensure the functional accuracy, appropriate training and timely implementation of all QMS documents for which you are the Process Owner.
- Fulfill employer and employee portions of the “Berlin Values”.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Bachelor degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or other technical discipline with relevance to the Key Accountabilities.
- Credible knowledge of packaging manufacturing techniques and materials
- Five years of demonstrated success in Quality Management (ISO systems, SOP writing, document control), product qualification and claims resolution in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Corrective Actions and Root Cause Analysis.
- Ability to effectively interact with a variety of Customers and convey a sense of empathy (a positive, service oriented attitude).
- Ability to evaluate specifications / dimensional data and interpret technical drawings.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and solid business acumen.
- Experience teaching and training on quality processes, systems and procedures.
- Strong computer skills in current Windows / Microsoft environment.
Working Environment & Travel Requirement:
- Work is performed in both office and warehouse environments and some lifting (up to 30 lbs.) is expected.
- Ability and willingness to travel a minimum of 30% of the time based on business needs (including site visits, team collaboration, and key operational priorities)
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Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:
- Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
- 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
- Paid parental leave for up to 12weeks
- Health club reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- 529 college savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
- Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
- Employee referral program
- Company sponsored short- and long-term disability and life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
At Berlin Packaging, we look at candidates’ skills but hire based on traits. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are enthusiastic to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards.
*Note: any salary information shared is a general guideline only. Pay is based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or another relevant technical discipline
- Five years of demonstrated success in quality management within a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of packaging manufacturing techniques and materials
- Experience with ISO systems, SOP writing, and document control
- Experience with product qualification and claims resolution
- Experience with corrective actions and root cause analysis
- Ability to interact effectively with customers using a positive, service-oriented attitude
- Ability to evaluate specifications and dimensional data and interpret technical drawings
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Solid business acumen
- Experience teaching and training on quality processes, systems, and procedures
- Strong computer skills in current Windows and Microsoft environments
- Ability to travel as needed
- Ability to work in office and warehouse environments and lift up to 30 pounds
What We Do
Berlin Packaging is the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier® of glass, plastic, and metal containers and closures. The company supplies billions of items annually along with package design & innovation, global sourcing, warehousing & logistics, quality advocacy, financing & consulting services for customers across all industries. Berlin Packaging brings together the best of manufacturing, distribution, and income-adding service providers. Its mission is to increase the net income of its customers through packaging products and services.
