In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.

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Director, Global Quality Programs & QMS

The Director, Global Quality Programs & QMS is responsible for designing, governing, and continuously improving the global quality DDH framework. This role defines standards, systems, processes, and transformation initiatives to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient quality management across all sites and divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Quality Governance & Systems
• Own and continuously improve the DDH Global Quality Management System (QMS), in collaboration with Corporate functions.
• Define and maintain global quality standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, ISO, FDA, EU).
• Lead global audit frameworks, inspection readiness models, and governance routines.
• Quality Excellence & Transformation
• Lead quality transformation initiatives to raise organizational quality maturity.
• Drive harmonization and simplification of quality processes across sites.
• Introduce and scale best practices, digital tools, and data-driven quality methods.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Define global quality KPIs, dashboards, and maturity metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement of the quality organization through structured programs and benchmarks.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management
• Act as global subject-matter expert for Quality Excellence and governance.
• Partner with Quality Operations, Operations, Legal, Technology and Corporate teams.
• Prepare quality-related updates for senior leadership and governance bodies.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in Quality leadership roles within regulated, multi-site manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise in global QMS ownership, governance, and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (e.g. GMP, ISO, FDA, EU regulations) and audit/inspection readiness.
• Demonstrated track record in quality transformation, harmonization, and process standardization.
• Experience with digital QMS solutions, quality KPIs, and data-driven quality management.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills in a global matrix organization.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation package that rewards your expertise and impact.
• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid options to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies across exciting, fast-evolving industries.
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment where your ideas and contributions truly make a difference.

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Datwyler is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.

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