QA Manager

Posted Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Job Title: QA Manager

Department: Management

Reporting to: Plant Manager

Location: Chatham

Position Type: Full-Time

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Greenfield is looking for a QA Manager to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, t his position is responsible to oversee the Chatham plant quality programs by providing leadership and guidance to ensure department goals and objectives are met. This position has the following direct reports:
Quality Assurance Coordinator and Lab Technicians.

Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission‑critical raw materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to businesses and integral to a lower‑carbon economy. From start‑ups to the largest brands in the world, customers trust Greenfield’s extensive portfolio of premium products, regulatory expertise, and industry‑leading service to improve people’s lives and the health of the planet.

We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. By unlocking the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world. We’re always looking for people who can bring new talents and experience to our team.

• Demonstrate commitment to safety, environmental practices, production targets, and quality standards.
• A motivated individual driven to achieve optimal plant performance, takes full ownership of the job, stretches the limits and keeps the team focused, performing at their maximum ability.
• Promotes clear communication, expectations, performance standards and accountability at all levels.
• Team‑oriented individual with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Dedicated to business objectives and continuous improvement through adaptability, innovation, and agility.
• Confident decision maker with the ability to lead, engage, and hold teams accountable.
• Possesses Company values of Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Commitment coupled with the ability to accept and drive change.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in food science, chemistry or microbiology with 10 years of related experience including managerial experience.
• Thorough understanding of the ISO 9001 system, HACCP and GMP standards to ensure full compliance.
• Experience with developing a department budget and accountability for monthly cost control.
• Experience in continuous improvement tools and root cause analysis.
• Proven ability in organization, decision‑making and problem‑solving techniques.
• Experience managing teams, developing employees and achieving results through others.

• Establishes a department vision, and develops goals and objectives to align with this vision in the areas of Safety, Product Quality and Consistency, Customer Service, ISO compliance, FSMA compliance, FEMAS compliance, Internal Supplier Relationships, and continuous improvement initiatives. Manages the pace of change appropriately to ensure buy‑in and results.
• Responsible for the performance and development of direct reports through established objectives, priorities and routine performance evaluations.
• Identifies, develops and delivers Quality programs and training in conjunction with the Manufacturing Quality Systems Specialist.
• Responsible for the overall technical performance in the QA and Micro Labs. Ensures customer specifications, and testing is done by approved methods to meet specifications and only approved product is shipped. Monitors quality performance by producing statistical reports.
• Liaise with customers’ auditors and ensures execution of corrective actions and compliance with customers’ specifications.
• Develops and maintains a relationship with customers and suppliers including direct communication with suppliers, customers, site visits, plant audits and customer technical assistance. Works closely with the production department, sales team and packaging facilities to maintain product supply.
• Takes a lead role with respect to the plants ISO 9001…