Multi-Site Quality Systems Director

Illinois Tool Works Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Tool Works Inc. seeks a strategic Division Quality Systems Manager to lead quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in the United States. The role focuses on achieving regulatory compliance, standardizing systems, and driving continuous improvement with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

The ideal candidate will oversee CAPA, risk assessments, and quality metrics while mentoring site QA/QC teams and partnering with Manufacturing, R&D, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of quality management experience within chemical manufacturing, incl. multi-site leadership.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, regulatory requirements, and quality tools (SPC, CAPA, FMEA).
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, drive improvements, and build teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership with ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-site quality strategy aligned with company goals.
• Standardize quality systems, policies, and procedures across facilities.
• Serve as a point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulators.
• Lead audits, CAPA processes, risk assessments, and documentation.
• Drive data-driven decision making with quality metrics and reporting.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma and other operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Quality leadership

ISO standards

CAPA

FMEA

SPC

Lean Six Sigma

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Cross-site coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Illinois Tool Works Inc. seeks a strategic Division Quality Systems Manager to lead quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in the United States. The role focuses on achieving regulatory compliance, standardizing systems, and driving continuous improvement with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

The ideal candidate will oversee CAPA, risk assessments, and quality metrics while mentoring site QA/QC teams and partnering with Manufacturing, R&D, and Supply Chain.