Rite-Hite ยท 1 day ago
Sr. Director of Quality and Continuous Improvement
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expRite-Hite is a global leader in loading dock and door equipment, seeking a Senior Director of Quality and Continuous Improvement to enhance their quality operations. The role involves driving a quality-first culture, ensuring compliance, and implementing quality management systems across manufacturing.
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Hiring Manager
Liz Russell
Responsibilities
Develop and lead the global implementation of consistent quality policies, procedures, and standards across all manufacturing facilities
Design and implement the Rite-Hite Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and other standards
Ensure enterprise-wide regulatory compliance; lead audits, nonconformance processes, and corrective actions
Embed customer-focused quality practices throughout operations and product development
Oversee supplier quality programs, audits, and corrective action efforts
Conduct supplier audits, implement scorecards, and lead corrective action initiatives to safeguard quality throughout the supply chain
Collaborate with procurement to improve vendor performance and minimize risk
Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency
Lead Kaizen events and root cause analysis to eliminate defects and improve efficiency
Establish, track, and report key quality metrics alongside operational KPIs
Promote data-driven decision-making using quality analytics and real-time dashboards to continuously identify areas for improvement
Lead CapEx initiatives focused on automation and smart manufacturing
Implement AI-driven inspection, IoT sensors, and analytics to enhance quality control
Integrate digital quality across cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT)
Build a high-performance, quality-driven culture through coaching and training
Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, communicating goals and progress
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field
10+ years in quality leadership within global manufacturing
Expertise in ISO standards, QMS, audits, Lean, and Six Sigma (Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred)
Experience with low volume/high mix manufacturing (sheet metal/steel fabrication a plus)
Familiarity with ERP systems, digital quality tools, and AI inspection platforms
Preferred
Master's or MBA
Black Belt in Six Sigma
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.
Company
Rite-Hite
Rite-Hite is a manufracturer of loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, HVLS fans, industrial curtain walls.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Marc Sundquist
President & CEO at Rite-Hite Doors
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