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 Operations

The Director, Global Quality Operations is responsible for operational execution of quality activities across all manufacturing sites. This role ensures consistent implementation of the QMS, strong GMP compliance, effective issue management, and robust site-level quality performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Quality Leadership
  • Lead and coordinate Site Quality Managers across all locations.
  • Ensure consistent execution of QA/QC activities, GMP compliance, and product release.
  • Act as the primary escalation point for critical quality events.
• Operational Quality Execution
  • Oversee deviations, CAPA, change control, complaints, and non-conformances.
  • Ensure timely, high-quality investigations and effective remediation.
  • Drive operational discipline and adherence to global quality standards.
• Risk & Issue Management
  • Manage and escalate quality risks with financial, regulatory, or patient impact.
  • Ensure rapid containment actions and robust corrective actions.
  • Support regulatory inspections, customer audits, and crisis management.
• Performance Management
  • Own operational quality KPIs (e.g., deviations, complaints, CAPA effectiveness).
  • Drive site performance reviews and corrective action follow-up.
  • Ensure consistent application of quality tools and methods at site level.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Technology teams.
  • Support customer communication and regulatory interactions related to operations.
  • Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on quality performance and risks.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 15+ 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.
• 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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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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