Director of Quality

Faiz Mohammad Shaikh

Relevante, Inc. · Recruiter

Job description

We have partnered with a manufacturer of aluminum castings in the Clifton, NJ area to provide them with a Director of Quality. Please review the description below and let us know if you are interested.
Prioritized Must Have Skills for the Director of Quality:
#1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
#2. 10+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing.
#3. Extensive experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.
#4. Strong background in metrology, GD&T, CMM inspection, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
#5. Experience managing aerospace customer audits and regulatory approvals
Responsibilities of the Director of Quality:
Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System aligned with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.
Lead internal and external audits, customer quality interactions, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Oversee dimensional and metallurgical inspection processes including CMM, GD&T, and non-destructive testing.
Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions using RCCM, 8D, and CAPA methodologies.
Manage First Article Inspection (FAI) and PPAP/APQP activities including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to improve process capability and product quality.
Analyze quality KPIs and lead continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
Mentor and develop quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.
Requirements of the Director of Quality:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments.
Strong working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, and ITAR compliance frameworks.
Experience managing quality audits, certifications, and aerospace customer approvals.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Other Key Requirements:
100% onsite
No sponsorships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp.
Benefits of the Director of Quality:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement

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Job skills

Leadership

Quality Management

AS9100 Standards

Metrology

Lean Manufacturing

Certifications

AS9100 Certification

ISO 9001 Certification

Nadcap Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Lean Manufacturing Certification

Languages

English

Company overview

Relevante, Inc.

Human Resources Services·201-1,000 employees

Relevante is an Outplacement Services and Direct Hire recruiting firm. We help our clients provide a soft landing for existing employees, consistent with their statement of values. We also help leading companies to find the best talent for their mission critical positions. Relevante Focuses on Client Results Founded in 2002, we have developed a culture of operational excellence, a passion for client satisfaction, technological innovation, and a global, collaborative environment that embodies today’s workforce. Our success is built on a clear strategic direction and a shared belief in its ability to shape your business landscape and accelerate business growth. Whether you have the need to fill a full-time employee or a temporary one, Relevante can source and fill your open positions. We support our clients’ goals through planning and results-driven execution. We are committed to providing you with the best possible experience in working with an agency to fill your company’s open positions. Our Vision When we formed Relevante, we considered the challenges our clients faced in hiring the right people to meet the needs of today’s marketplace. They needed intelligent support from a partner who is committed to accomplishing their hiring goals. These partnerships are formed through a complex set of solutions and services – successful partners have successful long-term relationships by striving to be “relevant” to their customers. Our clients like the concept, and we like the name. Relevante is an organization designed to serve our clients. Our mission statement is a promise to offer “solutions to hiring challenges that get results.” This philosophy governs our approach as we focus on the mix of consulting and effective action to realize the successful solutions that we envision for our clients.