Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary :
The Director of Quality will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality across our organization. This position requires a seasoned quality professional with a strong automotive background, extensive problem-solving skills, Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred, and a proven track record of success in driving down production and field quality issues, reducing cost of poor quality, and enhancing overall product quality.
Key Responsibilities :
- Quality Leadership : Provide visionary leadership in developing and implementing a comprehensive quality management system that aligns with industry best practices and company objectives.
- Problem Solving : Utilize a wide range of problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes and develop effective corrective and preventive actions to eliminate production issues and enhance product quality.
- Cost Management : Understand the cost implications of quality failures and poor production practices. Develop strategies to minimize scrap rates and warranty costs while optimizing production efficiency.
- Communication : Maintain effective communication channels with customers, internal teams, and suppliers to ensure quality expectations are met.
Develop and manage scorecards to track and communicate quality metrics.
- Quality Tools : Expertly implement top-quality and production tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and layered process audits to monitor and improve production processes.
- Design and Process Control : Lead the development of robust design and process control plans. Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential failure modes and implement preventive measures.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (A Master's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Engineering is preferred).
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of quality management experience in the automotive industry.
- In-depth knowledge of quality tools and methodologies.
- Proven track record of success in improving product quality and reducing warranty costs.
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience in root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to develop and implement quality management systems.
- Experience with scrap rate reduction strategies.
- Proficiency in Score Card development.
- Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations.
30+ days ago