About Sonoco

Sonoco is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, with a rich history of innovation spanning over 125 years. Headquartered in the United States, Sonoco operates in more than 80 countries, delivering high-quality products to industries including food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer goods. Our commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, from recyclable materials to energy-efficient manufacturing processes. At Sonoco, we foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making us the employer of choice for top talent in the packaging industry.

Position Summary

Join Sonoco as a Quality Manager - Plant in Cuautitlan Izcalli, Mexico, and play a pivotal role in upholding our world-class standards. This full-time, mid-level position reports to plant leadership and is essential for driving quality excellence across operations. You will lead quality initiatives, ensure customer satisfaction, and spearhead process improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about quality control, lean manufacturing, and team leadership in the packaging sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust quality testing and reporting systems to monitor performance.
• Coordinate, support, train, and facilitate all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer issues, leading corrective actions to meet requirements.
• Oversee the Advanced Product Quality Planning Process (APQP) from inception to implementation.
• Champion continuous improvement programs, reducing variation to boost efficiency and quality.
• Manage specifications, test methods, work instructions, and audit processes plant-wide.
• Maintain accurate quality records and develop best practices, training teams across all shifts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in plant quality management, preferably in packaging or manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in QMS, APQP, Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in cross-functional teams and customer-facing roles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software and data analysis tools.

Why Join Us

At Sonoco, you'll thrive in an inclusive environment where equal opportunity is our foundation. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected characteristic. Enjoy competitive compensation estimated at 900,000 - 1,400,000 MXN annually, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and professional growth opportunities. Be part of a forward-thinking team revolutionizing sustainable packaging in Cuautitlan Izcalli. Apply now for Quality Manager - Plant and elevate your career with Sonoco!