Director of Advanced Quality

The Director, Advanced Quality will lead quality planning and launch execution for new platforms and programs.

This role partners closely with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, HR, Finance, Sales, and Marketing to ensure successful launches, on-time delivery, and product reliability that meet customer expectations.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader with strong communication, organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

This position plays a key role in driving Advanced Quality planning, supporting safe launches, and guiding teams toward zero defects and strong customer satisfaction.

This is an onsite (not hybrid or remote) office job based at ConMet's corporate headquarters in Vancouver, Washington.   Non-local candidates must be open to relocation (relocation assistance available).

Employer will not sponsor visas for position.  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. 

What You’ll Do


* Lead Advanced Quality Engineering activities within APQP guidelines and customer-specific requirements, including VDA where applicable


* Ensure customer quality requirements are understood, met, and documented


* Support launch planning and execution from pre-production through SOP + 90 days


* Develop and track program KPIs, open issues, and action plans through closure


* Review and support quality documentation including PFMEA, DFMEA, control plans, process flow diagrams, Gage R&R, capability studies, and technical drawings


* Partner with launch teams through prototype, pilot, and production builds


* Investigate production, quality, process, and equipment issues using quality tools and statistical analysis


* Maintain strong collaboration with plant leadership and functional teams to remove barriers and support launch

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications


* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university


* Minimum 12 years of experience in Advanced Quality, Operational Quality, or a related field


* Experience with APQP core tools and quality documentation


* Knowledge of IATF, VDA, and customer-specific requirements


* Strong understanding of GD&T and gauge concepts

Preferred


* Automotive or commercial vehicle experience


* Experience with Teamcenter, Smartsheet, SAP, or other PLM systems


* Experience working with customers and suppliers at a management level


* Knowledge of foundry, injection molding, or finishing processes

ConMet is…

A division of Amsted Industries.  We’re a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels in the commercial vehicle industry.

A Solutions Provider

We’ve been driving the commercial vehicle industry forward with transformative solutions since 1964.

In fact, ConMet solutions and products...