VP, Production Quality

Vice President Of Manufacturing Quality

EV.Careers is partnering with an innovative advanced manufacturing organization to identify a Vice President of Manufacturing Quality. This executive leadership role will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide production quality systems supporting large-scale manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in operational quality, supplier performance, manufacturing excellence, and organizational leadership within a complex industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing quality organization across manufacturing operations, supplier quality, and continuous improvement functions.
• Establish enterprise quality strategies, performance metrics, and operational standards aligned with business objectives.
• Drive structured problem-solving initiatives focused on defect reduction, process stability, and operational efficiency.
• Partner cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to support production readiness and ongoing operational performance.
• Oversee supplier quality performance and corrective action processes across a global supply network.
• Implement scalable quality systems, reporting tools, and governance processes that support long-term operational growth.
• Support customer satisfaction initiatives through quality performance monitoring and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop talent pipelines, leadership capabilities, and organizational processes that foster accountability and operational excellence.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing quality leadership within a complex industrial or automotive environment.
• Executive-level leadership experience overseeing large, multi-functional quality organizations.
• Strong expertise in supplier quality, operational excellence, and quality systems implementation.
• Demonstrated success supporting large-scale manufacturing launches, expansions, or operational transformations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and financial decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Engineering, Operations, Quality, or a related discipline. Experience in advanced manufacturing, mobility, battery, or transportation industries. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or modern quality management methodologies. Experience supporting high-growth manufacturing organizations.

Benefits:

• Executive-level compensation package including performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings program.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Opportunity to influence large-scale operational growth and manufacturing excellence initiatives.