Plant ISO Quality Systems Manager

Location(s):United States of America

City/Cities:Columbus

Travel Required:00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:Yes

Job Posting End Date:June 13, 2025

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Job Description Summary:

The Coca-Cola Company. Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. It’s an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company’s flagship market. We’re accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do!

As our ISO Quality Systems Manager, you will play a leadership role in implementing, managing, and optimizing ISO management systems within our organization. Your primary focus will be on ensuring adherence with ISO standards, regulatory compliance, company requirements, facilitating continuous improvement, and promoting a culture of quality, efficiency and collaboration across all departments. You will partner with plant technical leaders to assure sustainable health of the plant management system to meet regulatory requirements and support continual improvement of plant operating results. Role is member of the plant leadership team reporting to Plant General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

ISO, Regulatory, and Company KORE Standards Implementation and Management:

Lead the development and implementation of ISO management systems, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FSSC2200 etc.

Collaborate with departments to ensure processes align with ISO standards, company, and regulatory requirements.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in standards/requirements and ensure organizational compliance.

Auditing and Compliance:

Lead internal audit process to assess compliance with ISO, regulatory and company standards.

Prepare for and facilitate external audits and coordinate responses to findings.

Develop corrective action plans and oversee their implementation.

Training and Support:

Manage document control process, corrective action, internal and external auditing using ETQ Reliance Software

Develop and deliver training programs on standards and procedures for employees at all levels.

Act as a resource for departments needing guidance on management system related matters.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify opportunities for process improvements and work with stakeholders to implement changes.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork and quality management within the organization.

Documentation and Reporting:

Ensure that all management system related documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible through ETQ Reliance and communication channels.

Prepare and present reports on ISO system performance and improvements to senior management.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Facilitate workshops and meetings to promote collaboration and understanding of ISO and management system practices.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a technical related field.

Certification in ISO management standards is preferred (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor).

Minimum of 3-5 year of experience in implementing and managing ISO management systems in food and beverage manufacturing.

Strong knowledge of ISO and regulatory standards and their application in various industries, food and beverage experience preferred.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to manage projects and work with cross-functional teams.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:Auditing, Audit Planning, Compliance, Continual Improvement Process, EtQ Reliance, GMP Auditing, ISO Audits, ISO Certification, ISO Compliance, ISO Implementation, ISO Training, Management Reporting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Office, organization, Quality Management System Auditing, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Regulatory Compliance, Team Collaboration, Training Programs

Pay Range:$85,000 - $100,300

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

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