Director of Quality

Wenatchee, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Semiconductor Manufacturing, Automotive, Advanced Materials, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience as a quality Director/Manager and a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. A Master's degree and extensive Lean Six Sigma experience with related certifications are preferred. Demonstrated deep knowledge of quality management with broad experience managing quality across multiple production and R&D sites globally, building quality infrastructure in a rapidly growing environment, and achieving best-in-class results is required. Extensive quality experience working in the semiconductor or automotive industry is strongly preferred. The position is based at the Diamond Foundry, Fremont (CA) or Wenatchee (WA) site.

Responsibilities

The Director of Quality will build and lead Diamond Foundry’s Quality team, establish a robust quality culture and infrastructure across the company, and achieve world-class quality levels on single-crystal diamond delivered to leading semiconductor and automotive customers. This role involves leading quality initiatives in a highly dynamic organization across multiple global sites, achieving outstanding diamond wafer quality for customers, and developing, improving, and deploying quality strategies, systems, and methods including a comprehensive quality management system, strong quality culture, continuous improvement, key ISO, IATF and AEC certifications/qualifications, SPC, quality training, and quality assessments, scorecards & reviews. The Director will also play a key role on the Operations management team, formulating strategy and objectives, and collaborating with teams across the organization while communicating frequently with executives.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

AEC-Q100

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Continuous Improvement

Supplier Quality Management

Quality Audits

Quality Culture Development

Team Leadership

Manufacturing Quality

R&D Quality

Diamond Foundry

Produces single crystal diamond wafers for technology

About Diamond Foundry

Diamond Foundry specializes in creating single crystal diamond wafers that are essential for improving the performance of technologies in fields like artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, and wireless communication. These wafers help manage heat effectively, which is crucial for the efficiency of these advanced technologies. The company sells its products primarily to other businesses, including major automotive manufacturers and tech companies, focusing on providing components that enhance their operations. What sets Diamond Foundry apart from its competitors is its commitment to sustainability, as its diamond wafers are produced with a zero carbon footprint, making them not only efficient but also environmentally friendly. The goal of Diamond Foundry is to lead in both technological advancements and sustainable practices in the semiconductor industry.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$306.4MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from other lab-grown diamond producers may impact market share.

Consumer confusion from misleading natural diamond marketing could affect sales.

Integration challenges from the Audiatec acquisition may disrupt operations.

Differentiation

Proprietary technology enables zero-emission diamond production, reducing environmental impact significantly.

Single crystal diamond wafers enhance performance in AI, EVs, and wireless communication.

VRAI brand offers direct-to-consumer luxury diamond jewelry, enhancing market reach.

Upsides

Lab-grown diamonds require ten times less energy than mined diamonds, boosting sustainability.

Expansion into Spain and Germany increases production capacity and market presence.

Partnerships with high-profile brands enhance visibility and credibility in luxury markets.

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