What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Manager position at Tiara Yachts?
Quality Manager
Tiara Yachts – Holland, MI
725 East 40th Street, Holland, MI 49423
Position Summary
At Tiara Yachts, quality isn’t just a standard—it’s a promise. As our Quality Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and elevating that promise across our organization. This position is responsible for driving the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System, while leading and inspiring a high-performing quality team. You’ll partner across departments to ensure every yacht reflects the craftsmanship, reliability, and excellence our brand is known for.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance while raising the bar on performance
- Inspire and guide cross-functional teams to proactively solve problems, identify root causes, and implement lasting corrective actions
- Drive data-informed decisions by overseeing the collection, analysis, and communication of key quality metrics and performance trends
- Partner closely with Manufacturing and Engineering to develop and execute effective corrective action plans that strengthen product quality
- Serve as a key connector between Product Engineering, Process Engineering, and Production to uphold quality and customer expectations
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma, and TPS methodologies
- Analyze manufacturing inspection data to enhance in-process controls, improve consistency, and support “right the first time” production
- Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to understand customer feedback and warranty trends, translating insights into meaningful improvements
- Play a proactive role in new product launches, ensuring quality and reliability are built in from the start
- Oversee processes that ensure every finished product meets Tiara’s high standards for quality, function, and durability
Qualifications:
Why Tiara?
At Tiara Yachts, you’re not just building a product—you’re helping craft an experience that customers take pride in for years to come. We are a team driven by passion for quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, where your ideas and leadership truly make an impact.
You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who care deeply about what they do, in an environment that values collaboration, accountability, and doing things the right way. If you’re motivated by seeing tangible results, influencing meaningful change, and being part of a company known for excellence, you’ll find your place here.
What You Bring
- Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance through clear expectations, accountability, and continuous improvement (PDCA mindset)
- Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing and quality systems, including APQP and PPAP processes
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management
- Experience in marine, composite, or automotive industries preferred, but not required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with computer systems and standard business software
Interested in Joining Us?
We encourage you to learn more about Tiara Yachts and explore what makes our team and products unique by visiting our website.
When applying, please include a cover letter sharing why you’re interested in joining Tiara Yachts and what draws you to living and working in West Michigan.