Position Title: Director of Quality (Remote | 50% Travel)
City: Chicago State: Illinois Reference Number: 11161BR
Description:
Job description and requirements
Director of Quality (Remote | 50% Travel)
Create value at TC Transcontinental
At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.
We are currently looking for a Director of Quality with expertise in Six Sigma and experience implementing quality assurance systems across multiple sites, preferably in regulated industries. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, but requires up to 50% travel, with a preference for candidates based in the Midwest or Southeast. Experience in flexible packaging is preferred but not required.
Salary: Up to $110-130k (some flex)
Bonus: 15%
Benefits: 3 Plans - starts 1st of month after start
401k: Vested Immediately
We have been driving innovation since 1976.
With over 8,000 employees and 41 production sites, TC Transcontinental is a leader in the packaging and printing industry, as well as the top French-language educational publishing group in North America. It is a company that takes care of its teams and where employees support each other. At TC Transcontinental, we lead the industry by cultivating a sense of belonging for all.
When benefits really help you live better.
Group Insurance (including health, life, disability, dental, and travel insurance)
Paid maternity/paternity leave and educational reimbursement
Immediately vested 401k with company match
Supplier discounts on various products
Regular full-time position
Participatory management
When your actions lead to success.
Strategic Leadership
Develop and drive the Packaging Quality Strategic Plan to ensure superior product quality.
Collaborate with the VP of Continuous Improvement and Quality to foster a culture focused on quality.
Quality Assurance
Implement quality best practices across internal and external stakeholders.
Establish quality standards for Dairy, Protein, and Pet Food sectors.
Benchmark and audit quality systems to ensure knowledge sharing and compliance.
Continuous Improvement
Define KPIs to promote continuous improvement and process enhancements.
Support initiatives to improve quality, minimize waste, and enhance workforce capabilities.
Promote and harmonize a continuous improvement culture across business units.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with Operations, Continuous Improvement, and Supply Chain for alignment.
Drive cross-functional collaboration and quality improvement initiatives across departments.
When your expertise drives us.
Technical Skills
Strong Six Sigma background with data-driven quality improvement processes (Black Belt preferred).
Proficiency in quality assurance (rather than QC) with a focus on implementing and sustaining robust quality systems.
Familiarity with regulated industries, especially food safety, medical packaging, or flexible packaging.
Leadership and Communication
Ability to lead and drive quality improvements across plants, influencing without direct authority.
Strong communication skills, particularly in articulating complex issues to stakeholders and leading corrective actions.
Experience in customer-facing roles to address and resolve quality issues effectively.
Experience
Minimum 10–15 years in manufacturing with progression to multi-site quality management roles.
Experience in setting quality specifications, conducting capability studies, and implementing corrective actions.
Industry Knowledge
Flexible packaging industry experience preferred but not mandatory; regulated environment experience valued.
Personal Attributes
Change-driven, with a problem-solving mindset to resolve quality issues for profitability and customer satisfaction.
Ability to work independently, drive initiatives, and fit into a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.
Travel and Location
Ideally based in the Midwest or Southeast with about 50% travel to various sites expected.
When our contribution invents the future.
A pillar in its various sectors of activity, TC Transcontinental inspires by its desire to create a responsible and united world. Its actions, particularly its commitment to the use of plastic, contribute to the protection of resources and the design of innovative products.
Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental.
