VICE PRESIDENT OF QUALITY

Location: Trenton, Maine
Our client, a respected leader in premium marine manufacturing with nearly a century of excellence, is seeking a Vice President of Quality to drive transformational change and establish a world-class quality culture across its operations.
This newly created executive role will report to the COO and play a pivotal part in designing, implementing, and sustaining a robust Quality Management System (QMS). The VP of Quality will ensure consistent standards across multiple facilities, while building the systems, metrics, and culture necessary to support operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience with a proven record of building quality cultures.
• Demonstrated success in developing and deploying QMS from strategy through execution.
• Expertise in quality audits, root cause analysis, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong background in manufacturing processes, quality control, and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead change in a complex environment.
• Willingness to travel to multiple U.S. locations and supplier sites.

• Develop and implement a strategic quality plan aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and manage quality measures, systems, and audit processes.
• Lead quality teams across multiple locations, driving alignment and accountability.
• Introduce Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Mentor and develop staff, cultivating the next generation of quality leaders.
• Analyze data, design dashboards, and report on KPIs to senior leadership.
• Partner with operations leadership to ensure buy-in and cultural adoption.