Regional Quality Manager

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

The Regional Quality Manager is responsible for leading, harmonizing, and elevating Quality performance across multiple sites in the United States and Canada. This role ensures alignment with internal and external standards, drives operational excellence, and champions a proactive culture of quality throughout the region. Success requires strong leadership, the ability to influence without direct authority, and effective collaboration across diverse teams. This position reports to the Director of Quality, Americas.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and sustained execution of corporate Quality policies, standards, and procedures across regional sites.
• Drive a proactive, prevention‑focused culture of quality, emphasizing early detection, risk mitigation, and operational discipline.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and external regulatory/industry standards.
• Monitor, communicate and develop improvement plans around key Quality KPIs and performance metrics.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including defect reduction, root cause analysis, and implementation of mitigation plans.
• Facilitate regional and global Quality networks to promote consistency and best practice sharing.
• Plan, conduct, and support internal and external audits; ensure timely closure of non‑conformities and effective CAPA execution.
• Serve as a primary liaison between site teams, Operations, Commercial group, and customers to resolve issues and strengthen Quality performance and customer satisfaction.
• Lead training efforts and support standardization of Quality practices across sites.
• Ensure a comprehensive onboarding and development process for new Site Quality Leads.
• Partner with Site Directors and Quality personnel to define, implement, and monitor site Quality improvement plans.
• Support and lead Global Quality System Improvement Initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Quality leadership experience (plant, regional, or corporate), preferably in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, lead, and drive change without direct authority.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001); GMP or hygiene program experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with root cause analysis and quality tools (5 Whys, Ishikawa/Fishbone, 8D, FMEA, SPC, CPK).
• Experience with auditing processes and CAPA management.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret statistical data and assess process capability.
• Excellent communication skills—clear, assertive, and effective with all levels of the organization.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Results-driven mindset with disciplined execution and follow‑through.
• Critical thinking and data‑driven decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with agility and resilience.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.