Director of Quality & Operational Excellence - Recruiters

Job Title	Director of Quality & Operational Excellence

Job Type	Full-Time Regular

Position Id	6108

Job Description	Director of Quality & Operational Excellence opportunity based in PA. We are an executive search firm that specializes in the adhesives , tapes and converting industry, and we are searching for a Director of Quality for our client, which is a leading manufacturer of high-quality tapes, @257;lms, and adhesive solutions. This company is growing and expanding and they are seeking a Director of Quality & Operational Excellence to lead and elevate their quality assurance e@256;orts. his opportunity will be based in Eastern PA, and our client is looking for experience working in the lab with adhesive backed materials, and adhesive film products. You will supervise up to 3-4 employees, which will be focusing on Quality of all products manufactured. This opportunity has a base salary in the $130K - $140K's or more plus a very aggressive bonus opportunity. Below is the full description for your review: Position Description The Director of Quality & Operational Excellence will oversee all quality control functions across the company, ensuring that our products meet and exceed customer expectations. This position will have direct oversight of 3-4 Quality Lab Technicians and will be responsible for quality tracking throughout the production facility and incoming raw materials. Additionally, the Director of Quality & Operational Excellence will play a crucial role in customer complaint resolution, supplier quality management, and product development testing for new formulations and products. Key Responsibilities Quality Control & Assurance Oversee all quality control processes for production and raw materials, ensuring compliance with industry and internal standards. Implement and maintain quality tracking systems across the manufacturing Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for quality control testing and Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for any quality defects or process ine@259;ciencies. Customer & Supplier Quality Management Monitor, track, and analyze customer complaints to drive continuous Develop strategies to reduce defects and improve customer Evaluate and manage supplier quality performance, ensuring raw materials meet required speci@257;cations. Product Development & Lab Testing Lead the quality testing of new formulations and products in collaboration with R&D and production teams. Conduct and oversee lab testing protocols for new product trials and material Provide technical guidance and quality insights during the product development phase. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement Supervise and mentor Quality Lab Technicians, ensuring best practices and continuous skill Implement and champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve quality and e@259;ciency. Stay up to date with industry standards, certi@257;cations, and regulatory requirements a@256;ecting the business. Quali@257;cations & Experience Experience in quality control within manufacturing, preferably in tapes, adhesives or @257;lms. Strong understanding of ISO standards, SPC (Statistical Process Control), and Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt preferred). Experience with quality systems implementation and supplier quality management. Hands-on experience in lab testing and product development processes. Proven ability to lead teams, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational Reasons to join our client company: Opportunity to lead the quality function for a growing and innovative manufacturing company. Hands-on role with a direct impact on product quality, customer satisfaction, and new product innovation. Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a strong inviting culture and employee pro@257;t sharing platform. Participation in the company bonus program, medical plan, and IRA Medical, vision, dental insurance This is an immediate need, and is open because of expansion and growth of company. If you have this experience, please email me back to discuss this in more details. Email a copy of your updated resume and salary requirements or contact Gary Giallombardo at gary@centraljobs.com Call 440-461-5400 ext 101/ 440-724-9500 cell Regards, Gary