We have a current opportunity for a Quality Director on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Iowa City, IA.
Lead Process and Quality Engineering teams to improve processes, productivity, and yield, reduce material non-conformance, and manage customer support activities.
Primary Duties:
- Follow safety rules and ensure a safe work environment.
- Set and review departmental goals for quality and productivity.
- Collaborate with Production, Sales, and Marketing to achieve quality objectives.
- Establish and maintain product acceptance criteria.
- Investigate and resolve product nonconformance issues.
- Monitor quality trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Serve as ISO 9001 Management Representative.
- Manage customer complaints and RMA disposition.
- Provide technical support to customers.
- Guide Quality Engineers in optimizing processes.
- Develop and manage the departmental budget.
- Maintain high safety standards.
- Provide training and development for team members.
- Ensure compliance with Quality System.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred, with 7 years of related experience or equivalent.
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Certification.
Skills Requirements:
- Experience in QMS development.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Financial report development and budget management.
- Expertise in quality processes and problem-solving.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and statistics.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in English.
Work Environment:
- Office environment with frequent production facility visits.
- Occasional travel required.
Salary:
- Commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k) plan
- Retirement plan
- Vacation and paid holidays
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance for employees and dependents
