Amotec has been engaged in a search for a Director of Quality on behalf of our client, a global manufacturing leader in the defense industry. Reporting to the VP of Manufacturing, the Director of Quality will be responsible for total transformation of the current Quality program and building a more robust system. Additionally, the Director of Quality will oversee a team of over 25 employees including Quality Managers, Quality Engineers, Inspectors, Technicians and others. This is an excellent opportunity with a growing organization providing potential for upward mobility. Our client offers a competitive base salary, bonus, benefits and relocation assistance.
Director of Quality Responsibilities:
- Lead total turnaround transformation of the Quality program and build upon it
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve QMS to ensure compliance with defense industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee vendor quality reviews and audits to ensure suppliers meet strict defense industry specifications and quality standards.
- Lead the design and revision of inspection, testing, and validation processes for both in-house and outsourced components, ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards.
- Ensure all products meet contract requirements, regulatory certifications, and minimize risks associated with non-compliance, product failures, or defects.
Qualifications:
- Experience in quality excellence, ISO auditing and certification, along with knowledge of MIL-I-45208 standards.
- Previous experience as a Director or Senior Quality Manager in a defense or military manufacturing environment, leading a team of 20 or more employees.
- Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing expertise is required
- Direct experience in Navy contracting industry strongly preferred.
- Bachelor degree and U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to ktoth@amotecinc.com