Quality Director

Hunter Engineering Company; Missouri; In loco; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor

Generous PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Descrizione del lavoro

Hunter Engineering Company in the United States seeks a Director of Quality to lead the quality management team and drive compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across manufacturing and service operations.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of quality leadership experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, with expertise in ISO, Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision making. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of quality management experience, preferably in manufacturing or a regulated industry.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proven experience in a quality leadership role, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive data-based decisions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Certifications such as a Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) are a plus.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement quality policies, standards, and systems aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
• Lead cross functional teams to integrate quality procedures and projects into operations, ensuring alignment with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and other operational groups
• Make step changes in quality systems, practices, technology and improvements
• Lead improvement efforts from a data driven model to impact internal and external customers.
• Directly and indirectly lead quality professionals and provide guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards
• Analyze data and reports to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for enhancement
• Develop and drive plant quality KPIs, monitor performance, and report results and initiatives to senior leadership
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventative action processes to address and triage quality issues on an urgent basis
• Additional duties as assigned

Conoscenze

Quality leadership

Regulatory compliance

ISO Lean Six Sigma

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional leadership

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Strumenti

ISO standards knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Director, Quality in Raymond, MS!

Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 – 2026) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.

As a Director of Quality, you will lead our quality management team and ensure the highest standards of quality across our organization. The ideal candidate will oversee quality assurance processes, set quality goals, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement quality policies, standards, and systems aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
• Lead cross functional teams to integrate quality procedures and projects into operations, ensuring alignment with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and other operational groups
• Make step changes in quality systems, practices, technology and improvements
• Lead improvement efforts from a data driven model to impact internal and external customers.
• Directly and indirectly lead quality professionals and provide guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards
• Analyze data and reports to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for enhancement
• Develop and drive plant quality KPIs, monitor performance, and report results and initiatives to senior leadership
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventative action processes to address and triage quality issues on an urgent basis
• Additional duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; master’s degree preferred
• 7+ years of quality management experience, preferably in manufacturing or a regulated industry
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Proven experience in a quality leadership role, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive data-based decisions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Certifications such as a Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’