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Quality Management Associate Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Central Garden & Pet

Quality Specialist

Franklin, WI · On-site

This role supports the campus Quality Management System and conducts inspections, audits ... Associate's degree or higher preferred and/or specialized training in a relevant field. * Three ...

Central Garden & Pet

Quality Specialist

Franklin, WI · On-site

This role supports the campus Quality Management System and conducts inspections, audits ... Associate's degree or higher preferred and/or specialized training in a relevant field. * Three ...

Ascension

Manager Quality

Racine, WI · On-site

Risk Management. Education: * High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience ... We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining ...

Generac

Quality Technician

Sussex, WI · On-site

$23.75/hr

This role supports Quality Management Systems, drives data collection, reporting and analysis ... Quality Technician I - Associates degree and/or Certified Quality Technician preferred. * Quality ...

Generac

Quality Technician

Sussex, WI · On-site

$23.75/hr

This role supports Quality Management Systems, drives data collection, reporting and analysis ... Quality Technician I - Associates degree and/or Certified Quality Technician preferred. * Quality ...

Superbeo

Supplier Quality Associate

Sturtevant, WI · On-site

Supplier Quality Associate Job Location: Sturtevant, WI 53177 Job Duration: 5 months Job Type ... Supplier Management Activities including: Supplier adds, supplier re-evaluations, supplier ratings ...

Ascension

Manager of Quality

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$99K/yr

Risk Management. Education: * High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of ...

Ascension

Manager of Quality

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Risk Management. Education: * High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience ... We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining ...

Orion Castings

Quality Engineer

Grafton, WI · On-site

$70K - $91K/yr

Report to management on the performance of the QMS (e.g., results of quality audits, corrective ... Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, from production associates to senior ...

Orion Castings

Quality Engineer

Grafton, WI · On-site

$70K - $91K/yr

Report to management on the performance of the QMS (e.g., results of quality audits, corrective ... Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, from production associates to senior ...

Force America

Quality Technician

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Associate degree or technical certification preferred. * Minimum of 3 years of quality inspection ... Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. * Strong attention ...

Fisher-Barton Inc.

Quality Technician 3

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Assure compliance to the Fisher Barton Quality Management System (QMS), process, customer and product standards and specifications * Assist production associates in measuring product, first off ...

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Quality Specialist

Franklin, WI • On-site

Central Garden & Pet
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Central Garden & Petexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Central Garden & Pet rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Central Garden & Pet

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at Central Garden & Pet

  • 94%

    94% say it is easy to take sick days

    say it is easy to take sick days

  • 94%

    94% say they don’t worry about hours

    say they don’t worry about hours

  • 94%

    94% say they get paid breaks

    say they get paid breaks

Featured by Central Garden & Pet, based on 42 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees

Job description

Description

Introduction

The Quality Specialist is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing operations and products comply with company standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements. This role supports the campus Quality Management System and conducts inspections, audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure products meet established quality standards and customer expectations.

Shift Details: Monday – Thursday 10-hour shifts

Location: Franklin, WI

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process production, finished goods, durable items, and packaging materials.
  • Perform finished goods audits to verify product quality, packaging accuracy, labeling, and compliance with customer and company specifications.
  • Perform audits and inspections of durable items, equipment, and reusable assets to ensure compliance with quality, condition, and operational standards.
  • Review production records, quality documentation, and monitor logs for accuracy and completeness.
  • Assist with customer complaint investigations and corrective action activities.
  • Assist in maintaining and improving the campus Quality Management System.
  • Develop and maintain quality documentation such as standard operating procedures, work instructions, forms, and quality assurance documentation.
  • Work effectively and communicate with team members in both office and manufacturing environments.
  • Investigate root causes of product defects and quality issues and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Warehouse, Marketing, and R&D teammates on quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assist in training employees in quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
  • Perform internal audits of manufacturing operations, warehousing, quality systems, finished goods, and durable items.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and process improvement activities.
  • All other duties as assigned by supervisor or as business needs require.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate’s degree or higher preferred and/or specialized training in a relevant field.
  • Three years’ related experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow documented procedures and standards.
  • Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with limited supervision as well as be part of a mission directed team.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, work additional hours based on business needs.
  • Understands and has experience working with Lean (LDM) principles.
  • Knowledge of FDA, FSMA, GMP and food safety regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS  

  • Ability to lift to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
  • Plant environment with periodic visits to the office area of the plant.
  • Ability to work in production environments that are noisy and/or dusty at times.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS 

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Free Life and Disability Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to thousands of free online courses
  • Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
  • Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
  • Referral Program with cash bonus
  • Access to on-demand pay
  • Paid parental leave
 Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working at Central Garden & Pet

Perks for frontline workers

From Central Garden & Pet, via Breakroom

  • Safety is a top priority!

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Paid Breaks

  • Consistent shift and schedule

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance

  • 401k with Company Match

  • Referral Program with Cash Bonus

  • Education Assistance

  • Paid Parental Leave

About Central Garden & Pet, in their own words

From Central Garden & Pet

Our leading consumer and professional brands provide forward-thinking, high quality products to care for your lawn, garden, pets and community. We are committed to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger.

Company values

From Central Garden & Pet

The Central Way | We Do the Right Thing | We Strive to be the Best | We are Entrepreneurial | We Win Together | We Grow Every Day | We are Passionate

Diversity and inclusion statement

From Central Garden & Pet

Central Garden & Pet is committed to building a great place to work that embraces diversity as a key pillar of our culture. This is a journey, and we are committed to listening, learning and doing the work to move forward together.

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