Job Description
Job Location: Portland, OR 97229About Tosoh Quartz
Tosoh Quartz is a global leader in high-precision silica glass products, where innovation and quality drive our success in the semiconductor industry. As part of the diversified Tosoh Corporation family, our teams in the US and the UK collaborate across continents to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor industry solutions through advanced engineering and a commitment to continuous improvement. With over 300 dedicated employees and a reputation for excellence, we offer a dynamic environment focused on developing new products, fostering professional growth, and shaping the future of technology.
Position Summary
Tosoh Quartz Inc. is seeking a Director of Quality to lead quality performance at our Portland site. As a supplier of high-purity quartz products for advanced semiconductor manufacturing, quality execution directly impacts customer process stability and device performance.
This role is responsible for product quality, audit readiness, and a robust, fully embedded Quality Management System (QMS). The Director serves as the senior authority for customer-facing quality matters while driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and performance.
What you’ll do.
Quality Leadership
- Lead site Quality function and team
- Own and improve ISO 9001 QMS
- Ensure systems are embedded in daily operations
- Serve as final authority on product disposition, quality risk, and data integrity
- Own Quality KPIs, performance reporting, and continuous improvement priorities
- Develop forward-looking quality strategy aligned with business and customer needs
- Manage Quality department budget and resource planning
Audits and Customer Interface
- Lead customer and ISO audits (IDMs, OEMs, semiconductor equipment manufacturers)
- Maintain continuous audit readiness with accurate, traceable data
- Approve audit responses, root cause analyses, and CAPAs
- Act as senior quality lead for audits, escalations, and business reviews
- Lead formal QMS management review processes with executive leadership
Quality Assurance
- Own product quality from receipt through shipment
- Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection systems
- Ensure strong execution of SPC, metrology, and calibration programs
- Drive disciplined nonconformance, deviation, and change control processes
- Manage supplier quality performance and ensure incoming material reliability
- Evaluate and implement new inspection and quality control technologies
- Align procedures, systems, and shop floor execution
Performance Improvement
- Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve yield and reduce defects
- Lead root cause analysis and ensure sustainable corrective actions
- Drive process stability and manufacturing robustness
Systems & Data
- Ensure all quality records are accurate and audit-ready
- Drive alignment between system workflows and business processes
Leadership
- Build and develop a high-performing Quality team
- Provide clear visibility into quality performance, risks, and priorities
Minimum
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- 10+ years Quality leadership in semiconductor, high-purity, or regulated manufacturing
- Experience owning ISO 9001 systems and leading audits
- Strong ERP-based quality systems experience
Preferred
Qualifications
- Semiconductor materials, quartz, ceramics, or chemical manufacturing experience
- Experience with IDM/OEM customers
- IFS ERP and/or ISO Lead Auditor certification
Why You’ll Love Working at Tosoh Quartz
Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Tosoh Quartz offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and long‑term growth, including:
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- $500 annual wellness reimbursement
- 401(k) with Company match
- Generous PTO accrual and 10 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Dependent scholarship and education assistance
- Columbia Sportswear Employee Store access
- Additional perks that make Tosoh Quartz a great place to build your career
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Please note: All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug and background screenings.
