The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership

With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.

At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!

Director, Global Quality

Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL or Bradenton, FL or Mebane, NC

Base Salary Rate: $177,650.00 - $209,000.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

Reporting to the COO this role will function as the owner of the advanced product quality planning process, ensuring that the process aligns with, and is compliant to, all requirements of the KGS Passport Policy.  Provide governance and training across all KGS Design Centers and Program Managers to improve knowledge and understanding of requirements and expectations.  Establish regular audit rhythm of legacy and active NPD programs to ensure compliance to KGS standards.  Director of global quality will be responsible for manufacturing, supplier and product quality as well as be responsible for product safety. Job location can be either in West Palm Beach, Bradenton, FL or Mebane, NC

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of APQP and AME.
• Directly interface with KGS Product Development to ensure predictive quality measures are developed.
• Coordinate team activities with the Regional APQP Program Managers to review and audit all elements of Passport from product development through production launch.
• Enhance and Improve the current OVP (Sourced Finished Goods) Passport process to be tailored for the business that drives speed-to-market while ensuring compliance to Quality requirements
• Develop and implement a formal set of NPI performance metrics to review and distribute monthly
• Oversee supplier and manufacturing quality systems
• Develop Global Quality KPI’s
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Mentor, coach and train Program Managers and RDLs on the requirements of Passport and associated policies to achieve a “Zero Escape” mindset
• Develop a Passport standard that supports the needs of all design centers and sub-business units within the KGS portfolio
• Drive all design centers to achieve the highest level of Passport maturity
• Share and implement Best Practices across the global design centers
• Gather periodic MFA data from internal customers to drive improvements in the Passport process without sacrificing compliance and process integrity
• Establish COPQ reporting, standardize metrics and global processes

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10+ years of experience with quality and/or product development and/or manufacturing
• 10+ years of management experience leading cross-department project teams or managing multiple related departments
• Progressive career advancement

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/MS Degree in Science or Engineering discipline and/or Minimum of 10 years in a quality and or product development with career progression.
• Experience with APQP management
• Six Sigma or Lean/Continuous Improvement experience
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as outside organizations as needed
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively that is tasked with supporting multiple programs and initiatives simultaneously
• Demonstrates highly effective organizational and time management skills with minimal direct supervision
• Experience in automotive, aerospace or electronics preferred

Compensation and Benefits 

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.  

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.