Director, Quality Manufacturing

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.•Chesterfield Township, MI

10d•$115,800 - $199,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Quality Manufacturing will lead regional quality performance for Stanley Engineered Fastening as an onsite employee, with a work location in Chesterfield, Michigan; Hopkinsville, Kentucky; or Elyria, Ohio. The role drives first-time quality and operational performance through oversight of key metrics, quality systems, preventive controls, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. It also serves as the primary escalation point for quality issues and customer quality concerns. The director partners across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, Customer Engagement, and Customer Service to embed quality into manufacturing processes and product changes, support supplier quality, and ensure customer and regulatory requirements are met. The role supports new product development and introduction from concept through launch, including applicable APQP, PPAP, FAI, validation, and phase-gate activities. It also leads or supports QMS workstreams and promotes standardized, evidence-based quality practices across the region. The position is onsite and is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The posted annual full-time salary range is $115,800 to $199,800; the actual offer may vary based on factors including location, qualifications, and experience. The candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical function, including leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including ISO 9001 and IATF.
Knowledge of core quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FAI, pFMEA, Reverse pFMEA, MSA, SPC, process capability, control plans, and problem solving.
Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Black Belt, or equivalent quality/process improvement certification, with demonstrated application driving measurable operational and quality improvements.
Demonstrated experience with quality software such as Minitab or Reliasoft.
Proven experience driving quality performance, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Customer teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to influence across organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead regional quality performance against KPIs including DPPM, customer complaint resolution, MQCs, scrap and rework, on-time PPAP approvals, and process control/SPC.
Serve as the primary escalation point for quality issues and ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions are defined, implemented, and sustained.
Improve quality metrics and quality system performance toward world-class standards, supporting change management and adoption of new ways of working.
Champion evidence-based quality systems and preventive controls that improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing performance.
Support digital visualization, data-driven reporting, and world-class SPC practices to strengthen process control and decision-making.
Partner with cross-functional teams to identify Critical to Quality requirements and integrate risk management tools into manufacturing controls and processes.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to embed quality into product and process changes, resolve complex issues, and support execution across the business.
Support new product development and introduction by building in quality requirements from concept through launch, including applicable APQP, PPAP, FAI, validation, and phase-gate readiness activities.
Ensure new product and portfolio decisions consider the full range of SKUs and support portfolio optimization and SKU management.
Partner with Customer Engagement and Customer Service to support Voice of the Customer, resolve complaints promptly, and serve as a primary quality contact for customer quality issues and audits.
Drive consistent and standardized processes, policies, and procedures across the region while allowing flexibility for customer or business requirements.
Lead, support, and collaborate on QMS workstreams to maintain compliance with ISO 9001, IATF, and other relevant customer and regulatory standards, and achieve required certifications and approvals.
Develop, compare, and improve business-unit and site-level quality processes and procedures to support quality strategy execution.
Establish, monitor, analyze, and communicate quality metrics and trends, including defect rates, customer returns, and audit findings.
Partner with Supply Chain and supplier quality stakeholders on supplier quality management, process control, issue resolution, corrective actions, and performance improvement.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Disability benefits
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products
Discount programs for partner vendors
Access to learning resources, including a digital learning portal, Lean Academy, and online university