Director Quality Management

Gotion Illinois; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 20%

Benefits

Job summary

Gotion Illinois is seeking a Quality Director to lead the quality strategy across manufacturing, warehousing, and supplier management. The role drives product excellence, customer satisfaction, and efficiency during a major ramp-up.

A hands-on leader is required to propel quality initiatives. Responsibilities include developing quality tooling for manufacturing, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring supplier and product quality across current and future production lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing quality management.
• Proven track record in production ramp-up and quality systems development.
• Strong leadership with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality tools, processes, and systems for manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all quality functions to optimize resources.
• Manage customer-facing quality programs and aftermarket service.
• Oversee product quality for current and future production lines; support ramp-up to full capacity.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards; collaborate with procurement and production teams.
• Partner closely with manufacturing teams to uphold high standards during production scale-up.
• Deploy quality inspectors based on production line requirements.
• Monitor and improve team processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Cross-functional teamwork

Process improvement

Quality systems

Supplier quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality Management

Six Sigma or ASQ CQE certification

Job description

The Quality Director will lead Gotion's quality strategy across manufacturing, warehouse operations, and supplier management. This role is critical for ensuring product excellence, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency during a significant production ramp-up phase. The position requires a hands-on leader who can drive quality initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality tools, processes, and systems for manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all quality functions to optimize resources.
• Customer Quality: Manage customer-facing quality programs and aftermarket service to ensure exceptional service and timely issue resolution.
• Product Quality: Oversee product quality for current and future production lines; support ramp-up from 2 of 5 lines to full capacity within planned timelines.
• Supplier Quality: Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards; collaborate with procurement and production teams to maintain consistency.
• Partner closely with manufacturing teams to uphold high standards during production scale-up.
• Deploy quality inspectors based on production line requirements.
• Monitor and improve team processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing quality management.
• Proven track record in production ramp-up and quality systems development.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems.

Preferred

• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ CQE).
• Experience in EV battery or automotive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with supplier quality management and global supply chains.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000.00 - $230,000.00 + 20% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.