Director of Quality

This is an on-site role over 1 very large High value siteSalary Target:180-200K base30% bonusKeys:NADCAP and AS9100 experience is absolutely mandatory (robust, having earned and maintained certifications)10 Direct ReportsLarge single site: very high volume/high mix production CNC machining of fastenersKnowledge of Engineered metal products (production machining of fasteners)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProviding strong Quality leadership and direction to lager plant teams, helping to keep the team aligned to achieve strong internal quality performance and a positive external quality image.Guiding all external Quality related discussions affecting QMS and products.Oversight and evaluation of the effectiveness of all quality assessment activities.Establishing a Zero Defects culture through training and deployment of the Zero Defects toolkit, including Quality Planning, 8D problem solving and Human Factors.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESGuides the development and maintenance of the QMS to ensure it meets all industry and/or customer requirementsEngineering reviews of customer inquiries, orders and requirements including management of the processes to review external specifications.Establishes the manufacturing and inspection processes required to ensure compliance with customer requirements. Liaises with the Research and Development department as necessary.Primary facilitator of all customer contact for process, inspection technology and application, process definition.Represents the Division as necessary on all matters and advises management as appropriate.Manages the product certification system including oversight of all internal and external laboratory and product quality testing.Manages the Quality Documentation System, ensuring the system meets all third party, end user, and customer requirements to maintain all mandatory accreditations and qualifications.Assists the organization to establish metrics, collect and analyze data to highlight improvement opportunities to eliminate escapes, reduce scrap and rework, improve yield and improve customer satisfaction.Supports sites in the event of a quality escape, ensuring the 8D problem solving process is applied effectively to identify true root causes and establish permanent corrective actions through engineered solutions.Assists senior leaders in preparing the Quality Schedules ahead of each Monthly Operations Review and attends Reviews as required to represent the Division Quality function.Oversees all external audit requirements. Ownership for the Engineered Products internal auditing system. Leads the organization to realize improvement through positive reaction to all non-conformances through appropriate corrective and preventive actions.Experience & EducationBS in Engineering Degree required (strongly preferred in field of Materials Engineering)7 years of post-baccalaureate experience as a manager of quality assurance and 5 years managing multiple locations, while managing quality manager, with specific experience including:Managing quality assurance functions in a manufacturing facilityConducting technical investigations related to Quality issues and summarizing findings in detailed technical reports.Leading Zero Defects and similar Quality improvements initiatives across multiple sites.Experience in Mechanical and Non-Destructive Testing of materials including tensile testing, impact testing, ultrasonic testingPrior experience required in ISO 9001/ AS9100 site accreditation.ASQ certifications and FAA repair experience are a plus.

Created: 2025-05-31