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Director of Quality

Richard, Wayne and Roberts

Abilene, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Building Systems, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Document Management, Emerging Technology, External Audit, Industry Standards, Lead Generation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Metrics, Pressure Vessels, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Process Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Standards, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Operations, Trend Analysis, Welding
LOCATION
Abilene, TX
POSTED
Today
Job Description

Director of Quality
Location: TX

About the Opportunity
Step into a senior leadership role with an organization known for delivering highly engineered, custom-built systems that power critical infrastructure across energy, industrial processing, and emerging technology sectors.

This company has built its reputation on tackling complex manufacturing challenges-designing and fabricating advanced equipment such as pressure vessels, modular systems, and process solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments in the world. With a strong backlog of projects and continued investment in manufacturing capabilities, the organization is experiencing sustained growth and expanding its operational footprint.

What truly sets this team apart is its hands-on culture-where engineering, production, and leadership work side by side to solve problems, improve processes, and deliver exceptional results. If you're energized by building systems, leading teams, and driving measurable quality improvements, this is a place where your impact will be immediate and visible.

Position Overview
As Director of Quality, you will lead all quality assurance, quality control, and compliance functions across manufacturing and service operations. You'll play a critical role in shaping quality strategy while remaining closely connected to day-to-day execution-ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.

This is a highly influential leadership position where you will partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to embed a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement across the organization.

What You'll Do

Quality Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead the development and evolution of a robust Quality Management System across multiple facilities and product lines
  • Establish and drive quality objectives aligned with operational goals and customer expectations
  • Serve as the senior advisor on all quality-related matters, influencing strategy at the highest levels
Manufacturing & Process Quality
  • Oversee quality across fabrication, welding, coating, assembly, and final inspection operations
  • Ensure adherence to industry codes and standards while driving first-time quality and defect prevention
  • Partner closely with Operations and Engineering to strengthen process capability and consistency
Compliance, Audits & Certifications
  • Lead all external audits, certifications, and customer inspections
  • Ensure continuous audit readiness through strong internal controls and documentation practices
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory and customer-specific requirements
Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives that lead to lasting improvements
  • Leverage data and performance metrics to identify trends and optimize quality outcomes
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement across all levels of the organization
Supplier & Vendor Quality
  • Establish supplier quality standards and evaluation processes
  • Collaborate with vendors to resolve issues and elevate overall supply chain performance
Team Leadership & Development
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing quality team
  • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Elevate quality awareness across the organization through training and engagement
What You Bring
You're a strategic yet hands-on leader who understands how to balance big-picture vision with operational execution. You bring deep expertise in manufacturing quality and thrive in environments where precision, accountability, and continuous improvement are critical.

Your background may include:
  • Extensive experience leading quality functions in manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environments
  • Strong knowledge of pressure vessels, welding, fabrication, and coating processes
  • Expertise in quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Proven success driving corrective actions and systemic process improvements
  • A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across functions
  • A practical, solutions-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Why This Role Stands Out
  • Lead quality strategy at a growing organization with significant investment in operations and technology
  • Work on complex, custom-engineered products that require true technical expertise
  • Be part of a collaborative, hands-on culture where leadership is visible and impactful
  • Shape and elevate quality standards across an entire organization
  • Drive meaningful improvements that directly influence customer satisfaction and business performance

This is more than a quality leadership role-it's an opportunity to build, influence, and elevate how world-class manufacturing is delivered.

About the Company

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Richard, Wayne and Roberts

When Richard, Wayne & Roberts began in 1979, our goal was to operate on a level of professionalism commensurate with that of the companies we work for. We strive to be a business partner, a resource our clients can turn to with confidence to fill key positions in their companies.

Based on our repeat business rate (more than 70 percent of our assignments come from existing clients), we have proven that we are a trustworthy partner. Our recruiters all specialize in a particular industry. Because they do, they know exactly where to start looking for qualified candidates. They also understand special terminology, grasp job requirements quickly, and can better evaluate candidates. Finally, they know what the salary structures are and can help you formulate competitive offers.

We dedicate our work to the development and success of the recruiters we hire, the clients we represent, and the candidates we serve. Richard, Wayne and Roberts' goal is to leave a legacy of lives more fulfilled by our commitment to each of our candidates' and clients' unique talents and needs.

With over 40 years of successful service as a professional search firm, RWR consistently ranks in the Top 5 Permanent Placement Recruiting Firms by the Houston Business Journal; and as one of the Best Professional Recruiting and Executive Search Firms in America, by Forbes.

We recruit on a local, national, and international basis as required for each client engagement.

We are client-focused, keeping you our top priority throughout the placement process.

As an external representative of your company, we assure all candidates are treated with honesty and respect throughout the job search process, and we pride ourselves on communicating feedback promptly.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Accounting and Auditing Services
FOUNDED
1979
WEBSITE
http://www.rwr.com

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