Director of Quality – Advanced Manufacturing

Kimberly-Clark

. Establish, lead, and continuously improve the Quality Management Program for Clark's Advanced Manufacturing business .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading Quality Management Programs and implementing Quality Management Systems across complex manufacturing projects. Possesses strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive quality assurance and compliance in multidisciplinary environments.

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Quality Management Systems ImplementationRegulatory ComplianceQuality Assurance and ControlLeadership of Multidisciplinary TeamsDigital Quality Management Platforms

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Hard Skills

Quality Management Program DevelopmentInspection and Test PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisMaterial TraceabilityQuality DocumentationContinuous Process ImprovementQuality Performance MonitoringProject-Specific Quality StrategiesQuality Risk MitigationQuality Procedures Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationRelationship ManagementProblem-SolvingFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

Digital Quality Management PlatformsDocument Control SystemsConstruction Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingPharmaceuticalNuclear FacilitiesAerospace ManufacturingMission Critical/Data CentersDefense ManufacturingAdvanced Industrial Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish, lead, and continuously improve the Quality Management Program for Clark's Advanced Manufacturing business
Develop, implement, and oversee Clark's Quality Management System across multiple technically complex manufacturing projects
Lead quality activities from project pursuit through final turnover
Establish project-specific Quality Management Plans, Inspection and Test Plans, and quality procedures
Drive consistency in quality processes, documentation, reporting, and execution across multiple projects
Serve as Clark's primary quality representative with owners, regulatory agencies, design partners, and third-party quality organizations
Facilitate executive-level quality reviews, client meetings, audits, and technical discussions
Build client relationships and drive accountability across project stakeholders
Support project teams in interpreting and implementing client-specific quality requirements
Provide technical oversight during engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover
Coordinate with engineering, construction, commissioning, procurement, and operations teams
Support quality requirements for process equipment, specialty systems, utilities, and manufacturing infrastructure
Promote digital quality management, inspection technologies, and continuous process improvement
Conduct executive quality assessments, audits, and project reviews
Ensure implementation of Inspection and Test Plans, turnover documentation, material traceability, and quality records
Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive action programs
Identify quality risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies
Lead and oversee third-party quality professionals supporting Advanced Manufacturing projects
Develop relationships with specialty quality consulting firms
Evaluate staffing needs and deploy supplemental quality resources across projects
Establish onboarding, training, reporting expectations, performance metrics, and accountability for staff augmentation personnel
Mentor Project Quality Managers, Quality Engineers, and field quality personnel
Develop standardized quality procedures, templates, reporting tools, and best practices
Monitor quality performance through KPIs, trend analysis, and executive dashboards
Capture lessons learned and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with client requirements, regulatory standards, and Clark's Quality Management System
Lead operational excellence and quality innovation initiatives
Support proposals, interviews, and client presentations requiring quality leadership
Develop project-specific quality strategies, execution plans, staffing approaches, and compliance programs during pursuits
Evaluate project quality requirements during preconstruction and support project risk assessments
Participate in qualification of specialty consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and quality partners
Spend significant time on active construction sites and in office settings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
15+ years of progressively responsible experience leading quality programs on complex industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, nuclear, or large commercial projects
Demonstrated experience implementing Quality Management Systems on technically complex construction projects
Experience leading multidisciplinary quality organizations across multiple projects
Strong understanding of quality assurance, quality control, inspection planning, commissioning, turnover, and regulatory compliance
Experience managing third-party quality consultants and staff augmentation resources
Working knowledge of digital quality management platforms, document control systems, and construction technologies
Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, battery manufacturing, aerospace manufacturing, nuclear facilities, pharmaceutical and life sciences, mission critical/data centers, defense manufacturing, or advanced industrial manufacturing
Professional certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent are preferred
Strong understanding of quality management systems and construction quality principles
Thorough understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover processes
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, inspection planning, material traceability, and quality documentation
Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, and relationship management skills
Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams without direct authority
Strong executive presentation and client-facing communication skills
Exceptional problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making abilities
Ability to lead collaborative quality organizations across multiple projects and business partners
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement culture
Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening and random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests
Ability to frequently navigate active job sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, elevated or confined work areas, and moving mechanical equipment
Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work
Ability to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures and all applicable laws

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential
Health benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Paid time off
Retirement/401k
Company Contribution plan
Life insurance
Commuter benefit
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Fitness reimbursement
FSA
Tuition reimbursement
Back-up daycare
Tutoring & family support benefits
EAP/Work-Life assistance
Holiday contribution program