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Partnership Quality Manager

Molson Coors · Milwaukee, WI

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Level
Manager
Team
Quality
Base pay
$112k–$147k
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
Today

The role in 30 seconds

A management quality role at Molson Coors (food & beverage) in Milwaukee, WI. In the role of Partnership Quality Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and food safety of Molson Coors products produced at external partner locations across North America.

They ask for
8+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
Six Sigma, Root cause, SPC, FDA / GMP, EHS / safety
Base pay
$112k–$147k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Quality Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $77k–$106k. This one lists $112k–$147k.

Median of the low and high ends of 19 live postings that list pay, out of 47 quality engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 46 other live quality postings in Wisconsin.

Base pay
About 42% above similar roles

Typical $76k–$106k, from 17 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (8+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 60%
  • Supplier quality 45%
  • ✓ SPC 36%
  • FMEA 34%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 32%
  • New product launch 32%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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requirements

and industry standards, including Food Safety GMPs, FDA regulations, TTB regulations, OSHA requirements, and environmental compliance requirements.

  • ✓You have demonstrated experience implementing quality improvement initiatives utilizing methodologies such as Six Sigma, Process Capability, Total Quality Assurance (TQA), and World Class Manufacturing principles.
  • ✓You build relationships and collaborate to achieve desired outcomes.
  • ✓You act with integrity and accountability while driving results.
  • ✓You have a thirst for learning and are always looking for ways to learn and help others grow.
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Cheers to creating an incredible tomorrow!

At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.

We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.

Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.

The Crafted Highlights

In the role of Partnership Quality Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and food safety of Molson Coors products produced at external partner locations across North America. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will evaluate and strengthen quality systems, oversee food safety programs, monitor performance through scorecards and KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence.

Reporting to the Director, Quality Food Safety, you will provide quality leadership across strategic partner operations, support acquisitions and business integrations, and ensure quality standards are consistently implemented, maintained, and improved. This role serves as a critical link between the Supply Chain, Quality, and Strategic Partner teams to protect consumers, strengthen partnerships, and uphold the Molson Coors commitment to quality.

What You'll Be Brewing

  • •Champion the quality vision, strategy, and roadmap for Strategic Partners across the North American Supply Chain, ensuring alignment with corporate quality objectives and the Molson Coors Quality Management System. Define and monitor key quality metrics, scorecards, and performance indicators that drive continuous improvement.
  • •Lead the implementation and sustainment of Quality Management Systems and Food Safety programs across partner operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and food safety principles.
  • •Build organizational quality capabilities by establishing standard work, maintaining quality documentation, facilitating knowledge transfer, and supporting technical training and quality education programs.
  • •Drive World Class Supply Chain and continuous improvement initiatives through the implementation of quality systems, statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies that improve product quality and process performance.
  • •Lead and develop team members through effective performance management, coaching, talent development, and employee engagement practices while supporting the development of quality professionals across partner facilities.
  • •Support acquisitions and integration activities by leading quality workstreams, conducting assessments, implementing standards, and ensuring successful transition and onboarding of new business partners.
  • •Strengthen supplier and partner quality capabilities by implementing systems, processes, and monitoring tools that ensure consistent performance, effective corrective actions, and compliance with quality expectations.
  • •Quality support, including scorecards for all geographies (US, Canada, and Latam).

Key Ingredients

  • •You have 8+ years of relevant experience in quality, food safety, manufacturing, brewing, beverage production, or a related field.
  • •A Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Microbiology, Quality Management, or a related discipline is preferred.
  • •Professional certifications such as ASQ, ISO 9000, HACCP Manager, IBD, Six Sigma, or related quality certifications are considered strong assets.
  • •You possess a deep understanding of quality systems, food safety programs, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • •You have advanced knowledge of manufacturing systems, process control systems, and statistical process control (SPC).
  • •You are skilled at analyzing technical data, identifying trends, and implementing solutions that improve quality performance and operational effectiveness.
  • •You have experience leading root cause investigations and applying structured problem-solving methodologies to complex quality and food safety challenges.
  • •You possess strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills and can effectively influence teams across multiple functions and locations.
  • •You have working knowledge of regulatory

Beverage Bonuses

  • •Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office
  • •Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
  • •On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
  • •We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
  • •We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting th

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