Meta Power Solutions · 3 hours ago
Director of Quality
Meta Power Solutions is a premier manufacturer of high-performance electrical infrastructure, specializing in custom electrical switchboards and transformers. The Director of Quality will lead the Quality Assurance and Quality Control departments, focusing on achieving ISO 9001 certification and developing a quality culture within the organization.
Responsibilities
Lead the initiative to achieve ISO 9001 certification by the end of this year
Conduct a comprehensive gap analysis of current processes against ISO 9001 standards
Draft, review, and implement all necessary Quality Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Work Instructions
Select and manage the relationship with the external Registrar/Certification Body
Coordinate and lead all internal and external audits required for certification
Develop and execute a comprehensive Quality strategy aligned with company goals and industry regulations (UL, IEEE, NEMA, ANSI)
Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams
Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, regulatory bodies, and major customer quality inquiries
Oversee the entire product lifecycle quality, from incoming raw materials (steel, copper, insulation) to final testing of switchboards and transformers
Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) systems
Oversee final acceptance testing (FAT) protocols for custom switchgear and transformer units
Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, minimize scrap/rework, and optimize manufacturing efficiency
Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for quality (e.g., First Pass Yield, Cost of Poor Quality) and report regular metrics to the executive team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Quality Management
Minimum of 7-10 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience leading a manufacturing organization through the initial ISO 9001 certification process is required
Expert-level knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and documentation requirements
Strong leadership capabilities, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive organizational change
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA is a plus
Specific experience with electrical distribution equipment (switchboards, switchgear, panelboards) and transformers is highly preferred
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), Six Sigma Black Belt, or Lead Auditor certification is strongly desired
Familiarity with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) standards (e.g., UL 891, UL 1558) and IEEE/ANSI standards
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision)
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Company
Meta Power Solutions
Meta Power Solutions designs and supplies commercial and industrial transformers with remote monitoring capabilities.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-05-17
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