Supplier Quality Manager- OPS Buena Park

Date posted: Aug 22, 2024

Location: Buena Park, CA, US, 90620

Company: Orora Group

At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer. It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations while solving complex problems as a team. We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.

Supplier Quality Manager

Orora Packaging Solutions is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to assist the Quality and Procurement teams in the onboarding and management of our diverse supplier base across all business units.

Summary of Role and How You’ll Fit In

In this role you will be responsible for working with the Quality and Procurement teams to assess potential suppliers to determine their capability to meet quality requirements, conduct supplier audits and assessments, oversee continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers, work with suppliers on corrective action requests, and ensure that supplier documentation is up to date as it relates to industry standards, regulations and legal requirements.

This position will report to the General Counsel and VP, Quality & Compliance

Travel Requirement: 10 - 25% travel

FLSA Status: Exempt

About The Team

In this role you will be part of the Quality Leadership Team and you will be interacting with internal coworkers across multiple business units, suppliers and customers.

What You’ll be Responsible For

• Support Procurement with the supplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technology capabilities and Quality / Compliance risks

• Support Procurement with supplier development, designing the metrics for the function and supplier performance

• Manage the process for root cause analysis and corrective actions process for supplier quality issues

• Define and complete the verification of effectiveness for corrective actions arising from supplier quality issues

• Review, evaluate and provide analysis of supplier quality data to identify process improvement opportunities within the supply chain

• Where appropriate, work with the supplier directly to create corrective action plans to address process failures

• Manage the development and refinement of Design and Process FMEA’s (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) with applicable suppliers

• Monitor and report on supplier product quality and performance

• Manage the Supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Lead quality audits for suppliers

• Participate in cross-functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements

• Ensuring supplier documentation is up-to-date (surveys, certifications, compliance information, etc.)

• Performs other duties and/or responsibilities as requested.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in a quality role with a focus on supplier quality management

• Experience performing supplier audits in a lead auditor role

• Deep understanding of FDA compliance requirements for cosmetic and medical packaging

• Experience related to medical devices or medical device packaging

• Project management experience

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred

• ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

• Prior role with a focus on supplier quality

• Experience with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and related certifications

• Ability to create / update a Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)

About Us

At Orora Packaging Solutions, we believe our packaging touches lives. Together, we deliver on the promise of what’s inside. We help customers develop optimized packaging solutions that transform the packaging experience. From custom packaging design and packaging materials to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer.

Our Culture

We believe in a fostering a culture of excellence - based on our Values (what we stand for), Vision (what we want to achieve) and Behaviors (everyone performing to the best of their ability).

What We Value

We value Teamwork, Passion, Respect and Integrity. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the industry-leading packaging solutions and displays company

How We Behave

We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader. At Orora leadership is encouraged at every level, within the team.

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families. Here's a sample of the benefits we offer:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Generous PTO

• 401(k) with a Company Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance

• Group Life and AD&D

• Voluntary Life and AD&D

• Group Short-Term Disability

• Group Long-Term Disability

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions

If you are interested in applying for employment with Orora Packaging Solutions and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: careers@ororagroup.com for additional support and guidance

Recruitment Agencies

Orora does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Orora is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Solicitation of Payments

Orora does not solicit payment from our applicants and candidates for consideration or placement.

Nearest Major Market: Orange County

Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles