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Quality Director
Full Time Louisville, KY, US
9 days ago Requisition ID: 1354
Location: United States (Remote)
Lead Quality Excellence Across a Global Manufacturing Organization
At SSW Advanced Technologies, quality is more than a requirement; it is a competitive advantage. We are seeking an accomplished Corporate Quality Director to drive enterprise-wide quality strategy, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure our products and processes consistently exceed customer expectations. This executive-level role serves as a strategic partner to business leaders across the organization, championing operational excellence, quality management systems, supplier quality performance, and ISO certification initiatives. If you are a visionary quality leader with deep expertise in manufacturing environments and a passion for developing high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply. SSW Advanced Technologies . The People and Expertise Behind Your Perfect Products.
Position Summary
The Corporate Quality Director is responsible for leading and advancing the company's quality management systems, continuous improvement initiatives, and certification programs. Working closely with divisional leadership, Quality Managers, and process owners, this role ensures consistent quality performance, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute the corporate quality strategy aligned with business objectives.
Provide strategic guidance regarding quality systems, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with executive and operational leaders to drive excellence across all functions.
Quality Management Systems
Lead and maintain enterprise quality management systems and standards.
Oversee internal audit programs and ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and certifications.
Coordinate ISO certification efforts across multiple business units.
Manage the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of process documentation systems.
Continuous Improvement
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives for complex quality and operational challenges.
Promote Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement best practices.
Establish, track, and report key quality performance indicators and organizational objectives.
Team Development
Mentor and support Quality Managers and quality teams across the organization.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Support organizational capability development through coaching and best-practice sharing.
Customer and Supplier Quality
Ensure products and services consistently meet or exceed customer requirements.
Support supplier quality improvement initiatives and risk mitigation efforts.
Collaborate with operational teams to improve process performance and product quality.
Governance and Compliance
Oversee the development and maintenance of quality department procedures and standard operating procedures.
Ensure confidentiality of company policies, financial information, compensation data, and proprietary information.
Verify compliance with established procedures while balancing quality, efficiency, and cost considerations.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required.
Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification required.
Experience
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in quality leadership within a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide quality programs and quality management systems.
Experience managing ISO certification programs and audit processes.
Languages
Fluent English, written and verbal.
Spanish preferred.
Core Competencies
Strategic leadership and decision-making.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Proven success leading cross-functional teams and organizational change.
Hands‑on approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution.
Why Join SSW Advanced Technologies?
Influence quality strategy at the highest levels of the organization.
Drive transformational initiatives across multiple business units.
Collaborate with talented professionals in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Shape the future of quality excellence within a growing manufacturing organization.
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Worksite address
workfromhome, KY, 40201, US
Who can apply
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