Stealth Talent Solutions · 5 days ago
Director of Quality
Austintown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expStealth Talent Solutions is seeking a Director of Quality to lead quality systems and performance across three North American sites. This role is responsible for driving strategic quality initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Jake Groeschen
Responsibilities
Demonstrates company values and shares the organizational commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and a high-performance workforce through positive employee relations
Champion and enforce adherence to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards across all operations. Actively lead by example to embed a safety-first mindset throughout the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and minimizing workplace risks
Maintain a disciplined, organized (6S) environment to support safety and quality excellence. Drive initiatives that promote cleanliness, orderliness, and efficiency, reducing hazards and creating a foundation for consistent, high-quality output
Develop, implement, and sustain robust Quality Management Systems across three North American sites. Ensure systems are aligned with industry standards and customer requirements, enabling uniform practices and continuous compliance
Lead internal and supplier audit programs, ensuring timely corrective actions and preventive measures. Oversee audit planning, execution, and follow-up to identify gaps, mitigate risks, and strengthen supplier partnerships
Monitor and improve key performance indicators such as Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), first-pass yield, and customer satisfaction. Use data-driven insights to identify trends, prioritize improvement areas, and enhance overall operational performance
Provide regular KPI reporting and apply advanced statistical methods to drive quality improvements. Translate complex data into actionable strategies that support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead root-cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Apply structured problem-solving techniques to eliminate recurring issues and optimize processes
Implement documented process improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency, and standardization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, reduce variability, and improve productivity
Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing quality team with a focus on succession planning and leadership development. Create an environment that fosters growth, accountability, and engagement
Partner with HR to manage recruitment, training, and performance development initiatives. Ensure the team has the skills and resources needed to meet evolving business and customer requirements
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Sales to align quality objectives with overall business goals. Act as a strategic partner to integrate quality into every stage of the value chain
Communicate proactively and foster strong cross-functional partnerships to drive organizational success
Promote transparency and teamwork to accelerate problem resolution and achieve shared objectives
Performs other responsibilities as assigned and/or as needed to support company objectives
Qualification
Required
10+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing, with multi-site responsibility
Proven success applying Lean, Six Sigma, and formal problem-solving techniques
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
Proficiency in ERP systems and quality software; advanced MS Office skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
High Initiative: Proactively identifies opportunities and drives outcomes
Results-Driven: Delivers measurable, high-impact business results
Intellectually Curious: Seeks new ideas and challenges the status quo
Data-Driven: Makes decisions based on evidence and metrics
Analytical & Decisive: Solves complex problems and takes timely action
Hands-On: Present and engaged in operations, leads by example
Poised: Maintains professionalism and calm under pressure
Company
Stealth Talent Solutions
Stealth Talent Solutions is a next-gen, technology-driven recruiting firm that’s reimagined what working with an agency should look like.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase