Senior Director, Quality & Manufacturing Excellence

Daikin Applied Americas Inc

Faribault (MN)

Hybrid

USD 163,000 - 286,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options
Dental & vision insurance
401K with company matching
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off & holidays
Parental leave & tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas seeks a Senior Director of Quality to lead all quality operations within the business unit, including product and process quality, driving poka-yoke manufacturing improvements and upstream QMS enhancements. You will head a cross-functional quality organization and collaborate with Corporate Quality on NPI and QA programs.

The role requires 15+ years in manufacturing and quality leadership, strong Six Sigma and Lean skills, and a proven track record in change management

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related field.
  • 15+ years manufacturing & quality leadership experience.
  • 10+ years people leadership in manufacturing & quality.
  • Willingness to travel 15–20%.

Responsibilities

  • Lead BU quality leadership team and drive growth through change management.
  • Establish and maintain a world-class QMS with internal audits and corrective actions.
  • Lead NPI quality with D/PFMEA development and sound test plans.
  • Collaborate with Corporate Quality on ISO and regulatory certifications.
  • Identify field quality trends and drive RCCA through Quality Clinic.

Skills

Leadership
Six Sigma
Lean Manufacturing
APQP
Quality Management
SPC
Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Business

Tools

QMS
PFMEA/FMEA

Job description

Daikin Applied Americas seeks a Senior Director of Quality to lead all quality operations within the business unit, including product and process quality, driving poka-yoke manufacturing improvements and upstream QMS enhancements. You will head a cross-functional quality organization and collaborate with Corporate Quality on NPI and QA programs.

The role requires 15+ years in manufacturing and quality leadership, strong Six Sigma and Lean skills, and a proven track record in change management

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