Director of Quality

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• Posted: September 01,2026
  
  

SkyWater is partnering with a manufacturer based in the Sioux Falls area who’s looking to hire a Director of Quality for their team! Our client is privately held, they’ve been in business over 45 years, they have a global presence, and they have over 400 employees across their organization. They’re looking for a hands-on Quality leader who can own the Quality Management System at the company’s main facility in South Dakota while also partnering with their global plants to align standards & best practices. The Director of Quality will lead a team of 4 engineers and 1 technician, while setting the direction of the quality department, working directly with customers on quality issues, and working closely with cross-functional leaders & the executive team on strategic initiatives. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who wants a high-visibility role where you can drive quality strategy while staying close to the manufacturing floor. Our client is offering a strong compensation package (base bonus potential), comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to lead quality for a well-established, growing manufacturer serving some of the world’s top brands!

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Quality Department (4 quality engineers & 1 quality technician).
• Own and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Maintain a strong floor presence, partnering directly with Operations and Engineering to resolve quality issues.
• Lead preparation for and participation in customer and internal audits.
• Establish and monitor plant quality KPIs, including safety, customer PPM, on-time delivery, scrap, and productivity.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customers, leading complaint resolution, and root-cause analysis.
• Provide quality leadership for new product and process launches through APQP and PPAP.
• Partner with Purchasing and Engineering on supplier selection, PPAP approval, and supplier development.
• Collaborate with Quality Managers at the global manufacturing locations to align standards & best practices.
  
  

Desired Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• 10 years of progressive quality engineering experience (or combination of relevant engineering roles).
• 5 years of direct leadership or management experience (ideally within a quality engineering department).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, and PFMEA highly preferred.
• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.