Cottage Grove, MN | Direct Hire | $180k-220k

Konik is partnering with a large, national manufacturing company. They have a commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence and are dedicated to delivering products that exceed expectations.

Position Overview: As the Director of Quality, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality across two manufacturing facilities in Cottage Grove, MN, and a soon-to-be-opened out-of-state facility. You will lead a team of quality professionals, drive strategic quality initiatives, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Development:
• Foster a collaborative "We" mentality within the quality organization, emphasizing teamwork and shared goals over individual achievements.
• Identify high-performing individuals within the team and facilitate their growth through mentorship and development opportunities.
• Manufacturing Experience:
• Utilize your manufacturing expertise to drive quality improvements, even if your background is not specifically in windows and doors manufacturing.
• Quality Management System (QMS) and IT Experience:
• Develop and implement QMS strategies, including integrating new facilities into existing systems.
• Provide specific examples of overcoming barriers and creating solutions for unarticulated business needs.
• Change Management and Influence:
• Effectively influence and drive change both upwards and downwards within the organizational structure.
• Strategic Thinking:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive quality vision and strategy for both Cottage Grove, MN and Locust Grove, GA facilities, aligning with customer, product, and market requirements.
• Relationship Management:
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, vendors, and industry experts to ensure adherence to best practices and industry standards.
• Team Development Leadership:
• Lead and develop a team of quality professionals, including managers, supervisors, engineers, and regulatory affairs personnel.
• Champion talent development and succession planning within the quality organization.
• Work Process Standardization Integration:
• Establish a culture of quality across the organization, emphasizing compliance with established Quality Management Systems.
• Implement standardized processes, workplace organization, and training programs to ensure quality excellence.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Utilize technical expertise to recommend and coordinate cross-functional support to resolve quality issues.
• Oversee investigations, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving activities to drive process improvements.
• Process Improvements Change Management:
• Lead improvement initiatives to increase performance and efficiency in quality processes and systems.
• Drive sustained change by identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Metrics Reporting:
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators for quality, driving improvement initiatives to enhance performance.
• Establish and maintain metrics for reduced non-conformance rates, improved yields, CAPA effectiveness, audit outcomes, and supplier management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in quality leadership roles within manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record of strategic thinking, change management, and team development.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience with Quality Management Systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

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Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been a leader in the technical staffing industry for more than 45 years, providing the fastest and easiest link between employees and employers. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.

Pay: $180,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year