Regional Quality & CI Director

UFP Industries, Inc; Arizona; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is seeking a Quality/CI Director to lead the quality management system and lean initiatives across multiple packaging plants. The role focuses on development, maturity, and alignment with regional business objectives, with dotted-line support to 40+ locations and direct oversight from Regional VP.

The candidate will drive standardized quality/lean practices, oversee ISO9001 compliance, and lead CPAP/PPAP related activities to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in a quality manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 QMS systems, and preferred understanding of IATF 16949 (formerly TS) and AIAG practices.
• High-level understanding of lean concepts and applications.
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Proficient with charts and statistical formulas/templates in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the quality management systems of the business segments and their impact on customers.
• Oversee the continuous improvement program through standardized practices and training.
• Assist locations in maintaining ISO9001 compliance and sustaining certification status.
• Provide quality and CI training to plant managers and coordinators.
• Drive standardization in quality and lean management systems across locations.
• Support onboarding of new and strategic customers within PPAP processes.
• Provide training materials for CI programs and act as coach for improvement projects.
• Host regional CI progress meetings and promote best practices.

Skills

Quality management

Lean concepts

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Education

CQE Certification or equivalent

Tools

SCADA

Microsoft Office

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc is seeking a Quality/CI Director to lead the quality management system and lean initiatives across multiple packaging plants. The role focuses on development, maturity, and alignment with regional business objectives, with dotted-line support to 40+ locations and direct oversight from Regional VP.

The candidate will drive standardized quality/lean practices, oversee ISO9001 compliance, and lead CPAP/PPAP related activities to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous