Quality Director

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