Global Quality Director: Elevate Product Reliability

Weber; Palatine, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 205,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Weber Blackstone seeks a Director of Global Quality in Palatine, Illinois, to lead a comprehensive quality management system across suppliers, contract manufacturers, and owned facilities. You will ensure product quality from incoming materials through distribution, partnering with Engineering, Sourcing, Operations, and Customer Service to meet safety, regulatory, and customer standards.

The role drives root-cause corrective actions, continuous improvement, and robust quality plans for

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, sciences, business administration, or supply chain management.
• Proven leadership and track record of continuous improvement.
• Experience managing global operations and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to operate in a matrixed/indirect environment.
• Knowledge of financial measurements of manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a company-wide Quality Management System (QMS).
• Drive supplier qualification, audits, and first-article validation.
• Establish manufacturing quality standards across company-owned plants and contract manufacturers.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and product safety.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development on new-product introductions.
• Lead escalation procedures for significant quality issues.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Cross-functional teams

Continuous improvement

Financial acumen

Education

BS degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Weber Blackstone seeks a Director of Global Quality in Palatine, Illinois, to lead a comprehensive quality management system across suppliers, contract manufacturers, and owned facilities. You will ensure product quality from incoming materials through distribution, partnering with Engineering, Sourcing, Operations, and Customer Service to meet safety, regulatory, and customer standards.

The role drives root-cause corrective actions, continuous improvement, and robust quality plans for