Global Director of QMS & Compliance

Job Title: Global Director of QMS & Compliance

Location: Goodyear, AZ / Buffalo, NY

Company: GTI Energy / GTI Fabrication

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Global Director of QMS & Compliance is responsible for leading, developing, and sustaining GTI Energy’s Quality Management System (QMS) and compliance programs across all locations. This role ensures alignment with ISO 9001 standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality objectives while driving a culture of continuous improvement, risk-based thinking, and operational excellence.

This leader will partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership to ensure consistent quality standards, audit readiness, and scalable processes that support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

QMS Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the global QMS aligned with ISO 9001 standards
• Establish and standardize quality policies, procedures, and documentation across all sites
• Ensure consistency and scalability of QMS processes to support growth and new site integration
  
  

Compliance & Audit Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, customer, and internal requirements
• Oversee internal and external audits, including ISO certification and surveillance audits
• Maintain audit readiness and drive timely closure of audit findings and corrective actions
  
  

Continuous Improvement & Risk Management

• Drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) processes using methodologies such as 8D, A3, and PFMEA
• Promote risk-based thinking and proactive defect prevention across operations
• Lead enterprise-level initiatives to improve quality performance, reduce scrap, and enhance process capability
  
  

Operational & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality is embedded in processes
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and APQP activities to ensure successful product launches
• Align quality objectives with business KPIs and operational goals
  
  

Data, Metrics & Reporting

• Establish and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms for quality performance
• Provide executive-level reporting on QMS effectiveness, risks, and improvement initiatives
• Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making and strategic priorities
  
  

Leadership & Team Development

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing quality and compliance team
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Provide guidance and training on QMS standards and compliance requirements across the organization
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10 years of progressive quality leadership experience in manufacturing (metal fabrication or industrial environment preferred)
• Strong expertise in ISO 9001 and quality management systems
• Experience leading audits, compliance programs, and multi-site QMS environments
• Deep knowledge of RCCA methodologies (8D, A3), APQP, PFMEA, and control plans
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-wide initiatives
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQM/OE, or similar)
• Experience in a global or multi-site manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with automation, digital QMS tools, or system integration
  
  

Why Join GTI Energy

• Opportunity to build and shape a global QMS strategy
• High-impact leadership role with executive visibility
• Collaborative, growth-focused environment driving operational excellence