Quality Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide leadership to drive continuous quality improvement throughout the division.

• Develop and execute the organization's quality strategy.

• Lead and indirectly supervise quality control and quality assurance professionals.

• Establish procedures and control measures to fulfill quality standards and meet client expectations.

• Advocate for defect reduction initiatives and create an effective Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring compliance.

• Utilize Lean Sigma methodologies such as DMAIC, SPC, QFD, 3P, poka yoke, and kaizen to enhance processes and minimize defects.

• Assist in managing supplier quality and pinpoint opportunities for process improvement.

• Design and implement quality training programs.

• Mentor and develop plant Quality Managers in RCCM, MSA, SPC, and QMS tools.

• Direct the quality organization, defining responsibilities, staffing needs, and operational procedures.

• Revise quality assurance manuals and procedures as necessary.

• Standardize control plans, corrective action systems, and QMS across various plants.

• Develop and execute audits to ensure plant compliance with MCC quality systems.

• Uphold supplier quality standards, policies, and adhere to industry/government regulations.

• Collaborate on product, engineering, manufacturing, and training methodologies.

• Generate reports on product and process quality as well as cost of quality.

• Oversee the quality assurance budget, analyze discrepancies, and initiate corrective measures.

• Provide insights for performance management and assist in talent development.

• Maintain professional and technical expertise through workshops, certifications, networking, and participation in professional organizations.

• Engage in special projects and carry out additional assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Business Administration, or a related technical field is required; equivalent direct experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

• At least 10 years of experience in a quality leadership role, including a minimum of 5 years in multi-site quality leadership.

• Hands-on experience in coaching, teaching, and applying Lean Sigma, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing techniques.

• Advanced proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Change Management, PDCA, FMEA, and Control Plans.

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is mandatory.

• ASQ or other recognized certifications are preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 80%, including international travel as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.