Quality & Compliance Lead

Position Summary

Tamarack Packaging, a growing leader in the packaging and manufacturing industry, is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Quality & Compliance Lead to support quality assurance and regulatory compliance across the division. This role partners with Corporate Quality and cross-functional teams to maintain quality systems, support ISO standards, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

This position blends hands-on quality support, compliance coordination, and process oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Corporate Quality to maintain and improve the Division's Quality Management System (QMS)
• Support ISO 9001:2015 compliance efforts and assist with internal audits
• Oversee in-process and final inspections to ensure product conformance
• Support and track Corrective Action Programs (CAPs) and follow-up activities
• Analyze quality data and contribute to defect reduction and process improvement initiatives
• Coordinate calibration, validation, and document control processes
• Serve as a key point of contact for quality and compliance-related matters within the division
• Work closely with production teams to reinforce quality standards and best practices

What Success Looks Like

• Reduction in defects and non-conformances
• Strong audit performance with well-maintained documentation
• Consistent application of quality standards across operations
• Effective collaboration between quality, compliance, and production teams

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; related college coursework preferred
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or a Quality Management System environment
• ISO 9001 experience required; Internal Auditor certification a plus
• Experience with SPC, data analysis, and quality tools preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance hands-on responsibilities with administrative duties

Pay Range

$17.50 - $23.50 per hour(Based on experience, qualifications, and certifications)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Career development and training opportunities

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday-Friday (flexibility as needed)

Work Environment

This role operates in both office and manufacturing settings. Requires standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods, along with occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.). Exposure to typical industrial conditions (noise, dust, etc.) may occur. Limited travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tamarack Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.