Lead global quality strategy for a growing semiconductor leader Drive factory excellence with executive-level visibility and influence About Our Client One of our best clients, who we have made several placements at is a highly respected technology organization recognized for developing advanced equipment used within some of the world's most innovative manufacturing environments. The company offers a collaborative culture, strong financial performance, significant investment in innovation, and opportunities to influence global operations. Job Description Define and execute the global Manufacturing Quality strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational goals, and growth initiatives. Lead all manufacturing quality performance metrics including defect rates, escapes, rework, scrap, first-time-right performance, and customer-facing quality results. Establish and standardize quality systems, inspection plans, quality gates, control plans, and workmanship standards across global manufacturing sites. Drive defect prevention through robust process controls, advanced quality planning, risk management, and continuous improvement methodologies. Lead root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and structured problem-solving efforts using tools such as 8D, A3, FMEA, SPC, and RCA. Ensure manufacturing processes are capable, repeatable, scalable, audit-ready, and compliant with

ISO 9001

requirements and internal quality standards. Partner closely with Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, and Customer Quality teams to embed quality throughout the product life cycle. Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, 5S, and operational excellence initiatives to improve factory performance and reduce cost of poor quality. Develop, monitor, and communicate key quality KPIs, leveraging data-driven decision-making to drive accountability and business results. Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global quality organization while fostering a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, talent development, and operational excellence. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (Master's preferred). 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Manufacturing Quality or Operations Quality. Strong semiconductor capital equipment or complex high-tech manufacturing background. Demonstrated experience leading quality teams within global manufacturing environments. Expert knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management systems. Advanced expertise in FMEA, SPC, RCA, CAPA, 8D, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. What's on Offer Opportunity to define and own global manufacturing quality strategy. Significant executive exposure and influence across the business. Lead transformation initiatives within a complex, high-tech manufacturing environment. Competitive compensation package, bonus potential and comprehensive benefits. Join a growing organization where quality is a strategic business priority.