Associate Director of Quality — Lead Multi-Site Excellence

MDS Staffing; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing seeks an Associate Director of Quality to oversee quality operations across Minnesota sites. You will guide a team of over 70 professionals, shaping supplier quality strategies and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001.

You will partner with executives and customers, manage the evolution of the Quality Management System, and drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing quality systems.
• 5+ years leading multi-site quality functions.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and supplier quality management.
• Global supplier base management experience.
• Strong data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality strategies, audit supplier processes, and resolve quality issues efficiently.
• Direct receiving inspection and incoming quality control operations; implement risk-based strategies.
• Act as primary liaison with executives and customers to align expectations and performance.
• Oversee evolution of Quality Management Systems, such as ISO 9001, to ensure consistent quality standards.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving to address supplier and production challenges.
• Manage Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval in global sourcing.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma to optimize efficiency.
• Mentor and develop a 70+ person quality team across multiple sites.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

SPC

Problem-solving

Executive liaison

Education

Bachelor of Science in a relevant field

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

Intelex

TrackWise

Job description

MDS Staffing seeks an Associate Director of Quality to oversee quality operations across Minnesota sites. You will guide a team of over 70 professionals, shaping supplier quality strategies and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001.

You will partner with executives and customers, manage the evolution of the Quality Management System, and drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and outcomes.