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Quality Manager

Colgate-Palmolive

Topeka, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$155,000–$174,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Animal Nutrition, Budget Management, Career Counseling, Career Development, Change Control, Chemistry, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Customer Satisfaction, Diversity, Document Management, FDA Requirements, Food Microbiology, Food Safety, Food Science, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Home Care, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Internal Audit, Laboratory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Personal Care, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Program Control, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Skin Care, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Track Customer Issues
LOCATION
Topeka, KS
POSTED
Today
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number #173420 - Topeka, Kansas, United States


Who We Are


Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!


Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.


Quality professionals are consistently drawn to Colgate-Palmolive by the exceptional opportunities for career advancement and our highly competitive compensation packages. While the pride of representing a globally recognized and trusted brand is a strong draw, new team members frequently highlight our welcoming company culture and comprehensive benefits as primary reasons for joining our team. When you step into a Quality role with us, you join a highly stable organization that respects your ambitions, providing the solid job security and resources needed to build a fulfilling, long-term career path.


The Quality Manager is responsible for executing, maintaining, and continuously improving Corporate Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs at the Topeka manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Regional Quality Director, this role serves as a vital member of the Site Leadership Team, partnering closely with the Director of Manufacturing, Science & Technology (S&T) teams, and cross-functional operations leaders to drive daily quality excellence.


The Manager provides hands-on oversight for site compliance with Hill’s/Colgate Quality Standards and regulatory requirements, managing localized elements of technology transfer, supplier alignment, ingredient non-conformance, and microbiology/food safety protocols. Additionally, this position leads the plant-level investigation and resolution of consumer complaints, driving root-cause analysis to ensure the highest standards of product integrity on the production floor.


Responsibilities


+ Develop and implement site Quality Systems and Food Safety Plans to reduce variation, minimize waste, and protect the business

+ Ensure compliance with Colgate/Hill’s, local, and international regulatory standards; partner with regulatory agencies to address and resolve issues

+ Track and report site Quality KPIs to internal and external stakeholders on a monthly (or required) basis

+ Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team to drive continuous improvement and deliver upon plant strategy

+ Own daily execution of key Quality Systems such as Incoming Component & Finished Product Inspection & Release, Validation, CAPA, Change Control, Internal Audits, Laboratory Management and Documentation Management

+ Manage the site Quality Audit program to ensure conformance with standards, quality-related regulatory requirements, cGMP’s, CI, and action plans to address any internal/external quality or food safety audit findings

+ Lead site consumer satisfaction programs such as consumer complaint tracking and reduction of plant controllable complaints

+ Administer Performance Management and Coaching / Feedback activities and provide effective career development and planning

+ Prepare and Manage operating budgets for variable and fixed overheads for the Quality Team


Required Qualifications:


+ Bachelor's Degree

+ 8+ years of Quality Management experience at a manufacturing plant

+ People leadership of teams of quality professionals

+ Participating or leading audit inspection activities

+ Strong knowledge of Food Safety and GMP’s


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Advanced degree in Food Science, Microbiology, chemistry, or related field

+ Certification in HACCP, ISO 22000, or SQF

+ Analytical experience and ability to use data and insights to drive business outcomes

+ Understanding of plant process systems, quality and food safety programs and controls

+ Knowledge of FDA regulations and experience with audit execution and inspection readiness

+ Experience using continuous improvement methods to impact positive change


Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $155,000.00 - $174,000.00 USD


Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.


Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.


Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.


Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation.


For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .


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About the Company

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Colgate-Palmolive

The small soap and candle business that William Colgate began in New York City early in the 19th century is now, more than 200 years later, a truly global company serving hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Throughout this history, Colgate people and Colgate values have been at the heart of our success. Today, Colgate focuses on four core businesses Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate now sells its products in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
WEBSITE
https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us

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