Porex is a global leader in developing custom-engineered porous polymer solutions that turn into high-value functional components in our customers’ end products. We combine our expertise in filtration, venting, wicking, absorption, and diffusion with our customers’ unique innovations to help turn their next-generation product ideas into reality. Engineers at over 1,500 global manufacturers trust Porex for unique components across a wide variety of device applications in the life sciences, consumer, and electronics markets to give their products a competitive edge.
We are seeking an engaged and results-driven Quality Director to join our leadership team at the Fairburn, GA location. In this pivotal role, you will lead all aspects of Regulatory, Compliance, Process, and Product Quality, ensuring we meet and exceed industry standards while driving operational excellence.
As a key member of the Site Leadership team, you will play a strategic role that extends beyond the site, often collaborating closely with our customers to ensure our solutions meet the evolving needs of the market. This is an exciting opportunity that impacts how we deliver value, drive innovation and deliver growth of our business. If you are a quality professional with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, we invite you to apply and help us make the world safer, healthier, and more productive!
Responsibilities Develop, implement, and continually improve quality processes to ensure compliance with ISO, FDA-GMP, and customer audit requirements, driving both regulatory adherence and customer satisfaction.Lead the development and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with international and domestic regulatory standards (ISO9001, FDA) while meeting key customer expectations.Provide direct oversight of the Quality Lab and front-line inspection team. Actively coach and develop staff, ensuring that technicians and inspectors have the skills and tools necessary to succeed.Manage and enhance the Non-conformance and Customer Complaint system. Ensure timely and clear communication and follow-up with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain high customer satisfaction.Implement Daily Management practices within the Quality organization. Lead efforts to identify and escalate issues, collaborating closely with Operations and Engineering to implement corrective actions and prevent non-conformances, fostering a culture of accountability and success.Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality function, leveraging data and metrics to identify opportunities for process enhancements that boost efficiency, product quality, and compliance.Collaborate with Sales and Product Development teams to ensure product quality aligns with market and customer expectations, supporting new product launches and driving customer satisfaction.Play a strategic role in supporting Porex’s high-growth objectives, ensuring the quality organization contributes to overall business goals, enhancing operational excellence and market competitiveness. QualificationsEducation and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related technical field; relevant certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, ISO Lead Auditor) preferred.Eight (8) or more years of experience in Quality System Development and Management within manufacturing, with a strong preference for medical device experience.Demonstrated leadership experience with three (3) to five (5) years in people management, including team development and performance management.Experience with ISO 9001 required; Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485 and FDA regulations is strongly preferred.Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.Core Competencies
Quality Management Expertise: Deep understanding of quality management principles, including regulatory compliance (ISO, FDA-GMP) and the ability to develop and implement effective Quality Management Systems (QMS) that meet both internal and external standards.Customer-Centric Mindset: Strong commitment to understanding customer needs and ensuring that product quality meets or exceeds market expectations. Ability to collaborate with Sales and Product Development teams to deliver innovative solutions.Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data and metrics for continuous improvement initiatives. Proficiency in utilizing quality tools and statistical process control (SPC) to enhance quality processes.Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis: Expertise in leading effective problem-solving efforts, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to drive quality improvements.More about Us
Filtration Group is a global market-leading provider of filtration consumables that are designed to drive innovation and deliver solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and end-markets, with a focus on life sciences, indoor air quality and industrial technologies. With a global workforce of nearly 10,000 dedicated team members and a footprint that spans 27 countries, we are committed to partnering closely with our customers to further our mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Cultivating Talent and building strong Teams are critical to our success. We know that fulfilling our mission is only possible when we foster an entrepreneurial culture built on a foundation of trust, in which our leaders exhibit a strong bias for action. Join us as we build a truly remarkable company that will long outlast us!
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This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory, or environmental demands may be referenced to communicate the way this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Filtration Group will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.
Filtration Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all team members, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe the work we do and the mission we spread is at it’s best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.
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