Global Quality Director - Semiconductor Industry
We are seeking an experienced Head of Global Quality to lead and continuously improve the quality strategy, governance framework, and management systems across a global manufacturing and supply chain environment.
This leadership role is responsible for driving quality excellence throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with international standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations while supporting business growth, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
Define and implement the global quality strategy, policies, and governance framework
Lead quality management activities across the entire product lifecycle and supply chain
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
Drive company-wide quality initiatives, audits, reviews, and continuous improvement programs
Establish and monitor quality objectives, KPIs, and performance metrics across the organization
Lead and develop global quality teams, ensuring appropriate structure, resources, and capabilities
Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic quality and operational initiatives
Support product validation, qualification, and regulatory compliance activities
Oversee supplier quality, manufacturing quality, and development quality processes
Manage quality laboratories and ensure effective testing and validation practices
Drive customer satisfaction through proactive quality management and issue resolution
Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the organization
Requirements
Degree in Electronics Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related engineering discipline
10+ years of experience in quality leadership within the semiconductor industry
Proven experience leading global quality organizations and driving organizational change
Expert knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and quality management systems
Strong understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and related industry standards
Deep expertise in automotive quality core tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
Experience with semiconductor, automotive, and high-tech manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk management, and continuous improvement frameworks
Experience with customer quality, supplier quality, manufacturing quality, and regulatory compliance
Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable
Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and strategic planning capabilities
Experience managing international teams across multiple locations
Fluent English required; French is considered an advantage
Benefits
Permanent full-time position
Opportunity to shape and lead global quality strategy at executive level
Exposure to international operations, manufacturing sites, and strategic stakeholders
High level of ownership and influence across business functions
Dynamic, innovation-driven engineering environment
Long-term leadership and career development opportunities
International collaboration across quality, operations, supply chain, and product development teams
- Locations
- Marin-Epagnier
- Employment type
- Full-time
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