Associate Project Manager – QA​/Product Development

Position: Associate Project Manager – QA / Product Development

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Our client, a global manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods, known for innovation and quality is currently hiring a Associate Project Manager – QA / Product Development with a strong background in supplier coordination, packaging, and quality systems. This is a cross-functional role ideal for a detail-oriented professional with 4–6 years of experience supporting end-to-end product workflows, sample approvals, and quality assurance in a consumer goods or manufacturing environment.

This individual will partner closely with creative, product development, supply chain, and QA/QC teams to support new product launches, manage vendor relationships, and maintain high standards across the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Product Management

• Track item spec sheets, mold updates, and packaging changes.
• Manage  boards to monitor workflow and cross-functional timelines.
• Schedule and coordinate pre-production, inline, and pre-shipment inspections with 3rd party partners.
• Support product development sample tracking and sample review processes to ensure design accuracy and functionality.
• Communicate directly with domestic and international suppliers regarding approvals, corrections, and production-readiness.
• Maintain organized documentation in SharePoint for QA/QC and product development.

Artwork & Creative Coordination

• Collaborate with the Creative Department for daily artwork registration check-ins.
• Review and provide feedback on new artwork print samples to ensure alignment with packaging and regulatory standards.

Logistics & Quality Support

• Request and manage retainment samples from suppliers for all new or updated packaging components.
• Notify Supply Chain of approvals or concerns prior to loading to ensure accurate and timely shipments.
• Support the resolution of product quality issues across departments.

Process Improvement

• Draft and implement SOPs for functions intersecting with QA/QC and Project Management to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in QA/QC, supplier engagement, and packaging, preferably in the manufacturing or consumer goods industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management or a related field required.
• Proven experience reviewing and managing production samples, coordinating with suppliers, and tracking project milestones.
• Proficiency in project management platforms such as , and working knowledge of SharePoint and related systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competitive salary range of $70,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
• Exposure to global supplier networks and cross-functional project work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Quality Assurance
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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