Area Manager, Quality Control at Walmart in Winter Haven, Florida

  • Quality Control Manager$65,500 - $98,000/yr Regular/ Permanent Salaried Position Summary...In this role, you'll lead Quality Control (QC) operations within a fast-paced Distribution Center, helping ensure products meet Walmart's quality, food safety, and operational standards. You'll combine people leadership, operational execution, and data-driven decision-making to improve performance, develop associates, and keep product moving safely and efficiently.
  • About the TeamThe QC team plays a critical role in protecting product quality and supporting smooth Distribution Center operations. You'll work closely with QC associates, Supply Chain teams, Operations leaders, and other partners to manage inbound priorities, maintain compliance, solve problems, and continuously improve how the team operates.
  • What You'll DoLead daily QC operations across the floor and office, ensuring alignment with quality, food safety, and commodity standards.
  • Manage cold chain compliance, inbound HACCP processes, operational audits, and key QC metrics.
  • Use tools such as SharePoint, Tableau, and Power BI to analyze performance, identify opportunities, and provide actionable reporting.
  • Partner with Supply Chain and Operations teams to prioritize inbound deliveries and plan for workload and staffing needs.
  • Lead, coach, and develop associates through training, feedback, recognition, accountability, and succession planning.
  • Oversee specialized processes including banana ripening, cooler walks, inventory, supplies, inspections, and audits.
  • Lead daily startup meetings and clearly communicate performance expectations, operational priorities, and business updates.
  • Identify process improvements and help implement solutions that improve quality, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
  • What You'll BringStrong people leadership with the ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable.
  • Knowledge of quality control, warehouse operations, food safety, or supply chain processes.
  • Confidence using data and reporting tools to identify trends and drive decisions.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills across frontline and leadership teams. The ability to balance multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-moving operational environment. A continuous-improvement mindset with a strong focus on integrity, accountability, quality, and results.
  • At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
  • Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
  • For information about PTO, see you'll enjoyDiscount Card Get 10% off Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.
  • Live Better U 100% covered Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.
  • Walmart Academy Grow your skills Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.
  • Financial perks Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.
  • Paid time off Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more.
  • Comprehensive health benefits Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your familyWellbeing programs Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challengesCareer growth opportunities Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.
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