Quality Director

Job Title: Quality Director

Location: Hammond, IN

Company Overview: We are a leading Industrial Manufacturer committed to delivering top-notch products and services that surpass customer expectations in the automotive industry. Our operations are rooted in quality, innovation, and excellence. We are seeking an experienced Quality Director to join our team and steer our quality initiatives towards success.

Job Summary: As the Quality Director, you will direct and coordinate our company's quality activities to ensure products, processes, and services meet or exceed customers' expectations. You will report to the Vice President of North American Operations and play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assure quality products and processes by establishing and enforcing quality standards and testing materials and products.
• Establish quality and reliability standards by collaborating with management, production operators, technicians, engineers, and sales personnel.
• Develop raw material standards by studying manufacturing and engineering requirements, negotiating with suppliers, and devising testing methods and procedures.
• Implement in-process product inspection standards by analyzing manufacturing methods and devising testing methods and procedures.
• Establish standards for the disposition of finished products by creating evaluation tests, methods, and procedures.
• Interface, resolve, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions on customer complaints.
• Provide training and support to staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage certification processes and maintain necessary certifications for the organization.
• Maintain product quality by enforcing quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain quality KPI records for all manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with management to develop new product designs, engineering processes, and training methods.
• Prepare product and process quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and assigning tasks and following up on results.
• Manage the quality assurance staff by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing the quality assurance budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
• Perform any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise approximately 3 direct reports and 6 indirect reports.

Qualifications:

• Self-starter, resourceful, and proven leader with excellent analytical, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing and conducting internal and external audits.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 & ISO 9001 quality systems, auditing, analytical, and computer skills.

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in an appropriate discipline is preferred.
• Master's degree in quality management, engineering, MBA, or a related field is preferred.
• Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, or other relevant certifications.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in quality.
• Knowledge and experience in IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Experience in lead-battery manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project Management, and Analytics software.

Language Skills:

• Proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in additional languages is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Reasoning Ability:

• Must possess a prominent level of reasoning capability, including the ability to prioritize and execute individual tasks with moderate direct supervision.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to travel internationally and visit customers as required.

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work outside of normal business hours as needed to accomplish objectives and support responsibilities.
• Consistent and regular attendance is required.
• Travel may approach up to 25%.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, competitive salary, and benefits package. If you are passionate about quality and have a proven track record in the field, we encourage you to apply and join our team in shaping the future of our company's quality standards.

How to Apply: Apply here or send your resume to chris.minyon@cybercoders.com  with the subject line "Quality Director Application - Your Name."

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.