Develop and execute a multi-site quality strategy aligned with divisional and segment objectives. Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory agencies and key customers on quality matters. Operate with high autonomy, reporting to the Director of Operations to drive local results while aligning with local management. Responsible for the calibration system. Implement robust quality metrics and reporting systems across sites. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using the ITW 80/20 toolbox. Lead and participate in continuous improvement (U - Sa activities) to drive improvements through the facility. Oversee supplier quality programs and ensure raw material compliance. Perform duties to provide metallurgical test and analysis including raw material for manufactured or purchased product through use of random sampling techniques. Work from prints, specifications, tables, written and verbal instructions. Mentor site Quality leaders and teams. Provide training and development programs for quality. Partner with Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sourcing to ensure quality integration throughout product lifecycleSupport Customer Back Innovation (CBI)s with quality validation and risk assessments. Required Qualifications. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field. At least 3 years of experience in continuous improvement within manufacturing. Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of production processes. Working knowledge of measurement tools and testing equipment. Basic statistical knowledge (SPC, Cp/ Cpk, standard deviation, etc.)Strong written/verbal communication and analytical skills. Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities. Hands-on, self-driven, and detail-oriented. Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools. Regular travel (approximately 25%) is required, including domestic plant and supplier visits and periodic international trips (1 or 2 x annually) to China support global quality initiatives. Preferred Qualifications. Experience with mechanical performance testing. Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but much higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas.