Director of Manufacturing Quality

Job Description

In the role of Director of Manufacturing Quality, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of quality engineers dedicated to driving excellence in semiconductor manufacturing. Your work environment will be rooted in a culture of innovation, where data-driven decision-making is valued, and continuous improvement is part of daily operations. You'll engage closely with cross-functional teams, fostering strong partnerships to resolve challenges and enhance product reliability. Benefits include competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth through training and development, and a supportive work-life balance. You'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on quality standards that shape the future of communication technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive manufacturing quality strategy aligned with operational goals.
• Lead and mentor quality engineering teams focused on assembly, testing, and end-to-end manufacturing operations.
• Integrate quality leadership into daily manufacturing processes and decision-making.
• Establish and enhance site quality procedures and ensure alignment with corporate Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and TL 9000 standards.
• Oversee the manufacturing change control process and ensure adherence to Telcordia requalification requirements.
• Act as the primary manufacturing quality interface for customers and manage audit processes.
• Foster a culture of quality that emphasizes data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement among teams.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field; advanced degree preferred
• 12+ years of experience in semiconductor or microelectronics manufacturing quality, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 standards
• Experience leading certification audits and customer engagements
• Expertise in statistical process control (SPC) and yield improvement techniques

Nice-To-Have:

• Experience with optoelectronics, photonics, or fiberoptic communication products
• Background supporting telecom and datacenter infrastructure customers
• Familiarity with TL 9000 requirements and reporting metrics
• Knowledge of reliability engineering and failure analysis methodologies
• Experience managing and developing quality engineering teams