Quality Leader: QMS & Continuous Improvement

Dexter; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Dexter is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager to lead our Quality Management System across engineering, production, and supply chain. You will own quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure product standards through audits and data analysis.

The role requires strategic oversight and practical leadership to build a culture where quality is everyone’s responsibility and performance is measured by KPIs and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• CQE, CQA, or ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and/or IATF 16949 Quality Management Systems.
• Proven experience leading quality audits and corrective action processes.
• Strong statistical analysis and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct quality control, QA, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead internal quality audits to maintain ISO 9001:2015 and Dexter standards.
• Conduct inspections, design reviews, testing, and integration activities to ensure product standards.
• Review vendor quality specifications and evaluate purchased components for acceptance.
• Document and maintain all quality records in accordance with company policies.
• Own root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Develop innovative approaches to resolve recurring quality challenges.
• Communicate key quality metrics, risks, and improvement recommendations to leadership.
• Prepare and present quality reports and technical updates.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to resolve internal quality concerns.
• Drive performance improvement targets and measurable KPIs.
• Conduct statistical and data analysis to support decision-making.
• Support warranty investigations and customer feedback initiatives.
• Manage all documentation and reporting requirements within the QMS.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Communication

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

CQE or CQA certification

ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Certification

Job description

Dexter is seeking a hands-on Quality Manager to lead our Quality Management System across engineering, production, and supply chain. You will own quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure product standards through audits and data analysis.

The role requires strategic oversight and practical leadership to build a culture where quality is everyone’s responsibility and performance is measured by KPIs and corrective actions.