Director of Quality
g.s. Precision, Inc.
G.S. Precision manufactures critical components for the Aerospace and Defense industries. With 700 employees across four integrated locations totaling 230,000 sq. ft., we draw on 60+ years of experience and cutting-edge technology to deliver consistent, high-quality results.
Our Mission & Values: To provide a proud, caring, and safe environment that allows our team to thrive in delivering value to our customers. We encourage creative thinking and problem solving. We grow our company through open communication, strong leadership, and continuous improvement that benefits our customers, employees, their families, and our communities.
Our Vision: To be the most trusted global partner in precision manufacturing and assembly of highly engineered mission critical products, recognized for our commitment to innovation, quality, and ability to enable our customers success.
Generate Sustained Profitability
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes but not limited to:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Care Coverage
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- 401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan
- Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Safety Shoe Allowance
- Prescription Safety Glasses Program
- Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
- Bereavement Leave
Position Overview:
The Director of Quality is a key member of the leadership team responsible for setting and executing the quality vision and strategy across the organization. This individual will lead all aspects of quality assurance, control, and compliance while fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. The Director will oversee quality systems, regulatory compliance, product and process quality, and customer satisfaction initiatives across multiple departments and facilities.
This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in aerospace quality standards, demonstrated leadership in quality management systems (QMS), and the ability to influence cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Quality Strategy & Leadership
- Define and lead the organizational quality vision, strategy, and objectives aligned with company goals.
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS) across the enterprise.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality performance, driving accountability at all levels.
Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Ensure full compliance with all relevant regulatory, industry (AS9100, ISO, etc.), and customer-specific quality standards.
- Lead internal and external audits, including customer and third-party audits. Drive timely resolution of non-conformances.
- Maintain all certifications and ensure site audit readiness at all times.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure product quality from design through delivery.
- Lead cross-functional root cause and corrective action initiatives (RCCA) to eliminate systemic quality issues.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing quality team, including managers, engineers, and inspectors.
- Set clear expectations, mentor future leaders, and oversee training and certification programs.
- Ensure succession planning and professional development across the quality organization.
Customer Satisfaction & Relationship Management
- Act as the voice of the customer within the organization with regard to quality concerns and product performance.
- Build strong relationships with key customers and ensure timely resolution of customer complaints and quality issues.
Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Identify, assess, and mitigate quality and compliance risks throughout the production and supply chain lifecycle.
- Champion a data-driven approach to problem-solving using tools such as Six Sigma, FMEA, and 8D methodologies.
Continuous Improvement
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
- Ensure implementation of at least one high-impact improvement project per quarter per quality team leader/manager.
- Promote cross-functional kaizen events and lead enterprise-level improvement initiatives.
Key Outcomes & Expectations:
- Compliance with internal and external quality standards and regulations.
- Zero major audit findings; timely closure of all corrective actions.
- Sustained improvements in first-pass yield, scrap, and rework metrics.
- Active resolution of customer complaints and warranty issues.
- Enterprise-wide schedule adherence and quality at source.
- High team engagement, retention, and development across quality departments.
- Delivery of measurable cost savings and efficiency gains from quality initiatives.
- Timely and effective communication of quality performance to executive leadership.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Operations, or a related technical field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in aerospace quality, with 5+ years in a senior quality leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP and other aerospace quality standards.
- Proven track record of leading successful audits and quality transformations.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a data-driven approach.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
- Proficient in quality systems, metrics reporting, and ERP/MRP systems.
Reporting Structure:
- Reports to: COO
- Direct Reports: Quality Managers, Quality Engineers, Quality Systems Lead, Compliance Officers
We are looking for people who are highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Must be a professional with strong work ethic and comfortable working as part of a team that includes all levels of the organization.
Come join our team!
G.S. Precision is committed to Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and to be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.