Quality Director

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. Provide leadership for continuous quality improvement across the division .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS), Lean Sigma methodologies, and quality assurance processes. Proven ability to lead multi-site quality initiatives, coach teams, and implement effective quality strategies to meet organizational standards.

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Quality Management System (QMS)Lean Sigma MethodologiesStatistical Process Control (SPC)Certified Lean, Six Sigma, or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)Multi-Site Quality Leadership

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Hard Skills

Quality Strategy DevelopmentDefect Reduction InitiativesControl PlansFMEAChange ManagementPDCACoaching and TeachingQuality AuditsProcess ImprovementQuality Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCoachingPerformance ManagementTalent Development

Tools & Technologies

Lean ManufacturingDMAIC3PPoka YokeKaizen

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified LeanCertified Six SigmaCertified Quality Engineer (CQE)ASQ Certifications

Industry Keywords

Quality AssuranceSupplier Quality ManagementContinuous Quality ImprovementQuality StandardsGovernment Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership for continuous quality improvement across the division
Develop and implement the organization's quality strategy
Lead and indirectly manage quality control and quality assurance professionals
Define procedures and control measures to meet quality standards and client expectations
Champion defect reduction initiatives and establish and enforce an effective Quality Management System (QMS)
Use Lean Sigma methodologies including DMAIC, SPC, QFD, 3P, poka yoke, and kaizen to improve processes and reduce defects
Support supplier quality management and identify process improvement opportunities
Establish and implement quality training programs
Coach and develop plant Quality Managers in RCCM, MSA, SPC, and QMS tools
Lead the quality organization and define responsibilities, staffing requirements, and operating procedures
Update quality assurance manuals and procedures
Standardize control plans, corrective action systems, and QMS across plants
Develop and administer audits to verify plant adherence to MCC quality systems
Enforce supplier quality standards, policies, and industry/government requirements
Collaborate on product, engineering, manufacturing, and training methods
Prepare product and process quality reports and cost of quality reporting
Manage the quality assurance budget, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions
Provide performance management input and support talent development
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, certifications, networks, and professional societies
Participate in special projects and perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline required; equivalent direct experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 10 years in a quality leadership role, including at least 5 years of multi-site quality leadership experience
Direct experience coaching, teaching, and applying Lean Sigma, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing techniques
Advanced skills in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Change Management, PDCA, FMEA, and Control Plans
Certified Lean, Six Sigma, or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) required
ASQ or other recognized certifications preferred
Required to travel up to 80%, including international travel as needed