Director of Quality

Job Title: Director of Quality

Location: Hammond, IN

Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000 Base Salary + Annual Bonus + 401k Matching, PTO, Profit Sharing and excellent Comprehensive Health Benefits!

About Us: We are a leading organization committed to delivering exceptional products, processes, and services that exceed customer expectations. As an industry leader in Lead Oxide manufacturing, we strive for continuous improvement and innovation in all that we do.

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and visionary Director of Quality to lead and coordinate our company's quality activities. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in upholding and enhancing our quality standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and enforce quality standards to ensure high-quality products and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including production, engineering, and sales-to establish product and reliability standards.
• Devise and oversee testing methods and procedures for raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and support to staff to promote best practices and compliance with quality standards.
• Lead the certification process and maintain relevant organizational certifications.
• Monitor, analyze, and report quality KPIs, recommending improvements where needed.
• Manage and mentor a team of quality assurance professionals, promoting accountability and development.
• Prepare and manage the quality assurance budget to achieve financial objectives.
• Foster collaboration for new product development, engineering design, and manufacturing methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree in quality management, engineering, MBA, or a related field is preferred.
• Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent certifications.
• At least 8 years of experience in quality management, with strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 systems.
• Proven expertise in managing and conducting internal and external audits.
• Experience in lead-battery manufacturing is a plus, but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, project management, and analytics software.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, along with strong communication abilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position will supervise approximately three direct reports and 9 indirect reports.

Why Join Us? Be part of an organization that values quality, innovation, and teamwork. Lead transformative initiatives that make an impact and inspire excellence at every level.

Interested candidates should apply directly or send an updated resume to chris.minyon@cybercoders.com!