Quality Director

Responsibilities:
Develop and Implement Quality Strategies: Develop and implement comprehensive quality strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed Helinox's standards for quality, reliability, and performance.
Manage a Global Quality Team: Direct a team of Quality Assurance personnel located in multiple countries to insure consistent product quality regardless of geographic location.
Quality Management Systems: Establish and maintain robust quality management systems to monitor and improve product quality throughout the entire product lifecycle, from design and development to manufacturing and distribution.
Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for raw materials and components. Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with Helinox's quality requirements.
Quality Control Processes: Oversee the implementation of effective quality control processes and methodologies, including incoming inspections, in-process inspections, and final product inspections. Develop and implement inspection criteria and protocols to identify and address quality issues proactively.
Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement. Implement corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and certifications related to product quality and safety. Stay abreast of emerging quality standards and regulatory requirements to ensure Helinox's ongoing compliance.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Sales Operations, to address quality-related issues and drive quality improvements across the organization.
Leadership and Team Development: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the quality assurance team in Vietnam. Foster a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and continuous learning within the team.