Quality Manager

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via MyADP.

The Quality Assurance “QA” Manager will have primary accountability for developing and managing the plant QC environment for the production of bottled water. The QA Manager will lead the plant in the implementation of the Primo Brands Quality System and will develop and continuously improve plant procedures for monitoring and ensuring conformance to specifications for incoming raw materials as well as finished product.

Monday–Friday (occasional weekends based on business needs). The role will be based in Ontario, CA

Pay Range: $129,429-$141,044. This role is eligible for an annual bonus.

• Compliance and record keeping for all mandated quality checks, testing, sampling, and sanitation activities.
• Preparation and resolution for all Company Quality Audits.
• Tracking, analyzing, and leading initiatives for all quality and customer complaint issues within the plant.
• Primary plant liaison with the Customer Service Center, Consumer Affairs, and with consumers for quality and complaint issues.
• Lead resource within the plant for Company Quality/Innovation Renovation initiatives, including (but not limited to) the implementation of the Primo Brands Quality System.
• Preparation and maintenance of permitting and licensing for the plant.
• Manage budgeting, purchasing, and inventory of plant operating supplies such as filters, chemicals, and lab supplies.
• Responsible for managing at the site level the Primo Brands Management System, Food Safety Quality Systems (FSQS), Food Safety Standards (FSSC 22000), and all other company or regulatory requirements.
• May have opportunities to serve as plant representative for regional quality forums and initiatives.
• Coordinate activities and maintain strong relationships with key vendors.
• Assist in managing the performance and development of the Plant QA Department with respect to skills, objectives, etc.
• Develop initiatives to improve plant performance against Primo Brands quality measures and ensure plant compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to the QA Department and act as the primary liaison to Corporate QA, corporate and outside laboratories, and external regulatory agencies (FDA, IBWA, EPA, etc.).

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biological sciences (Master’s preferred). Other technical degrees may be considered.
• Prior QA management experience (5–8 years) with beverage or other food products.
• Microbiology laboratory management experience.
• Manufacturing line inspection experience.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control, HACCP, sanitation, and hygienic design.
• Hot CIP (clean-in-place) background a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong administrative and computer skills.
• Self-directed, proactive, and demonstrates maturity appropriate for an effective manager.

Salary Range Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®.…