Director of Quality Engineering and Process Improvement

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineering Leader to oversee and drive the quality engineering strategy in a large-scale, 750,000-square-foot metal fabrication and machining facility with a team of 1,700 non-union employees. This role is critical in ensuring that all products manufactured at the facility consistently meet both customer and corporate standards for quality.Key Responsibilities: Develop, execute, and maintain robust processes and systems to ensure product quality meets all required specifications. Lead the design and implementation of an effective Quality Management System (QMS) tailored to the facility's unique production needs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing product quality, process yields, and overall manufacturing efficiency. Identify, validate, and lead projects aimed at improving manufacturing processes and achieving higher standards of quality and productivity. RequirementsCandidate Profile: A minimum of 8 years of experience managing a quality engineering department in a large-scale industrial facility (1,000+ employees). Strong background in metal fabrication, machining, and assembly; candidates with experience in food and beverage, oil and gas, chemical, plastics, or electronic assembly will not be considered. Demonstrated ability to implement and sustain quality systems in large industrial settings with complex operations. Stable career history with proven results in quality management; candidates with frequent job changes will not be considered. Preference for candidates with experience living or working in rural Southern communities. This role requires a dedicated, strategic leader capable of elevating and sustaining quality standards in a large, dynamic manufacturing environment.