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Director, Compliance Execution
Posted on 3/21/2026
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NC
SR MANAGEMENT
DIREC015775
Director, Compliance Execution - Manufacturing Quality
Ashley Furniture Industries
About the Role
Lead hands-on implementation and enforcement of quality and compliance standards across Ashley's manufacturing operations. Translate regulatory requirements into actionable floor-level procedures, provide real-time compliance presence in production, and ensure quality standards are executed daily—not just documented.
What You'll Do
Design and implement manufacturing compliance programs actively followed in daily operations
Provide real-time quality and compliance presence in production areas
Review and approve batch documentation and authorize product lot releases
Lead preparation for regulatory audits and manage audit responses
Conduct site-wide compliance monitoring and internal audit programs
Lead CAPA investigations with root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions
Develop and deliver practical quality and compliance training to manufacturing staff
Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Product Development to embed compliance into workflows
Oversee manufacturing documentation systems, SOPs, and quality records
Manage change control processes and maintain compliance metrics dashboards
Lead and develop manufacturing quality and compliance team
Drive culture where quality and compliance enable production efficiency
What You'll Bring
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related technical field
10+ years in manufacturing quality/compliance in regulated environment
5+ years in leadership roles with direct reports
Deep understanding of GMP principles and quality management systems
Expert-level root cause analysis and CAPA experience
Strong production floor presence and credibility with manufacturing teams
Ability to balance compliance requirements with production efficiency
Exceptional communication across all levels—production floor to executive leadership
Experience reviewing batch documentation and approving product releases
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software
25-35% domestic and international travel
Preferred
Master's degree in Quality Management or Engineering
Professional certifications: CQE, CQA, Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ
Furniture, wood products, or consumer products manufacturing experience
Multi-site manufacturing operations experience
Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise
Work Environment
Time shared between office and manufacturing floor (primarily on-site)
Regular presence in production areas, warehouses, and quality labs
Exposure to manufacturing conditions (noise, temperature variations, machinery)
May lift/carry up to 50 lbs
Standing, walking, bending, climbing throughout facilities
25-35% travel to manufacturing sites
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive director-level salary ($120,000 - $160,000+)
Performance-based incentive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development and certification support
Relocation assistance available
Why Ashley Furniture?
Strategic operational role for world's largest furniture manufacturer
Hands-on leadership with real manufacturing impact
Build and scale quality systems across multiple facilities
Executive visibility influencing product quality enterprise-wide
Career advancement in Quality and Operations leadership
Collaborative continuous improvement culture
Ready to Apply?
Lead manufacturing compliance execution and ensure our operations deliver the highest quality products while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Ashley Furniture Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $120,000 - $160,000