Director of Quality - Yancey Engineered Solutions
About the role
Yancey Bros. Co., established in 1914, serves as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, focusing on high-quality sales, parts, and service. The Director of Quality plays a critical role in ensuring consistent manufacturing quality across all facilities.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the company's quality strategy aligned with organizational goals and growth initiatives.
Establish standardized quality systems, procedures, and metrics across all manufacturing facilities.
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
Mentor and develop quality managers and quality personnel across all locations.
Develop and monitor quality inspection audits throughout all facilities.
Ensure consistent execution of quality standards throughout fabrication, welding, coating, assembly, and final inspection processes.
Standardize inspection methods, documentation, work instructions, and acceptance criteria across facilities.
Implement robust process controls to reduce variation and improve first-pass yield.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes using structured problem-solving methodologies.
Monitor production quality metrics and implement initiatives that reduce defects, waste, and rework.
Develop supplier quality standards and qualification processes.
Partner with Supply Chain to improve incoming material quality and supplier performance.
Conduct supplier audits when necessary.
Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
Utilize data analytics to identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives that improve quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Develop standardized best practices and ensure successful implementation across all facilities.
Maintain compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations.
Develop standardized documentation, policies, procedures, and audit systems.
Lead internal audit programs.
Ensure accurate documentation of quality records and performance metrics.
Develop and monitor quality KPIs, including: First Pass Yield (FPY), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), Rework, Customer Complaints, Warranty Performance, Corrective Action Closure, Supplier Quality Performance.
Present quality performance and improvement initiatives to executive leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Quality Management, or related field.
10+ years of progressive manufacturing quality experience.
5+ years in a multi-site quality leadership role preferred.
Experience in metal fabrication, welding, powder coating/painting, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred.
Experience implementing enterprise Quality Management Systems across multiple facilities.
Demonstrated success leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Preferred certifications/technical competencies: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification, Lean Manufacturing certification, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root Cause Analysis (8D, A3, Fishbone, 5 Whys), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Data analysis and reporting, Manufacturing ERP and quality management software, Microsoft Office Suite.
Skills
Strategic thinking with strong execution capability.
Exceptional leadership and team development skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities.
Ability to influence across multiple departments and locations.
High level of accountability and integrity.
Data-driven decision making.
Customer-focused mindset.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Benefits
Full benefits package including aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.
Competitive Pay Structure.
Individual Bonus Opportunities Available.
Tech Tool Allowance.
401k Plan.
Strong Company Match.
Employee Profit Sharing.
Financial Wellness Coaching.
Employee Wellness Program.
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance.
Prescription Drug Coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Short & Long Term Disability.
Group Life Insurance.
Personal Time Off.
Paid Holidays.
Paid Sick Leave.
Career Development.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Ongoing Training.
Advancement Opportunities.