Director of Quality & Operational Excellence
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Job Title: Director of Quality and Operational Excellence
Location: Simpsonville SC
Reports to: Director of Operations
Employment Type: Full-time
Seniority Level: Senior-Level
Industry: Manufacturing Mechanical Power Transmission Components Engineering Services
Job Function: Operations Quality Continuous Improvement
Job Summary:
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving quality and operational excellence Were looking for a Director of Quality and Operational Excellence to champion our Quality Management System (QMS) and lead transformative initiatives that elevate performance enhance product integrity and embed a culture of continuous improvement across our operations.
This is a high-impact role where youll shape the future of our manufacturing excellence by leveraging Lean Six Sigma TPM and project management methodologies to deliver measurable results.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and evolve the Quality Management System (QMS) ensuring full compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Drive enterprise-wide improvement through Lean Six Sigma and TPM practicesreducing waste increasing efficiency and enhancing product quality.
Champion cross-functional collaboration to solve complex challenges and implement sustainable process improvements.
Develop and track KPIs that measure quality performance and operational success.
Mentor and empower teams building internal capability through training and coaching in quality and continuous improvement tools.
Partner with manufacturing engineering and supply chain to proactively address quality issues and implement preventive strategies.
Foster a culture of excellence accountability and innovation throughout the organization.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred)
10 years of progressive experience in quality and operational excellence roles within industrial manufacturing preferred.
Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred
Project Management Professional certification (PMP) preferred.
Proven success leading large-scale quality and CI initiatives
Deep understanding of ISO standards and regulatory compliance in manufacturing environments
Strong leadership communication and change management skills
Physical Requirements:
On site with regular visits to manufacturing sites
Occasional travel required to support multi-site operations
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs and work at a computer for extended periods
Essential Job Functions:
Develop a comprehensive quality management strategy and vision that is aligned with the overall business objectives.
Establish quality policies procedures and best practices to standardize and streamline quality assurance activities.
Implement robust quality processes covering the entire product lifecycle from design to manufacturing to post-sales support.
Continually review and update quality systems to incorporate industry best practices and address evolving business needs.
Conduct in-depth analyses to identify quality-related challenges risks and improvement opportunities across the organization.
Assess the root causes of quality issues and implement corrective/preventive actions to address them.
Champion a proactive quality culture focused on exceeding customer expectations.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to resolve complex quality-related problems.
Foster a quality-centric mindset and encourage continuous improvement practices across the organization.
Implement training and development programs to upskill employees on quality tools techniques and best practices.
Implement lean manufacturing principles and other quality methodologies to eliminate waste and inefficiencies.
Establish robust quality control checkpoints across the value chain to prevent defects.
Research evaluate and deploy new quality tools technologies and software to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Lead cross-functional teams in conducting root cause analyses and developing corrective/preventive actions
Facilitate the implementation of lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies
Ensure customer requirements are met through effective issue resolution and process optimization
Schedule and oversee internal and external quality audits to identify areas for improvement
Assess and audit the quality systems and performance of subcontractors and suppliers
Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure quality compliance across the value chain
Why Join Us
Work alongside a collaborative experienced leadership team
Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture
Drive operational and customer excellence while advancing your career in a key leadership role
RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
