Senior Director Quality

Senior Director of Quality

At Johnson Outdoors, home to some of the world’s most innovative and best-known outdoor recreation brands, we create amazing outdoor experiences
- for adventurers, by adventurers. Check out each of the unique Johnson Outdoor brands in Fishing, Watercraft, Camping and Diving!

We are seeking a highly dynamic and forward-thinking Senior Director of Quality to provide global oversight of quality systems across multiple Johnson Outdoors manufacturing sites. With 1,300 employees, 19 global facility locations and selling into over 80 countries, the Senior Director Quality will act as a strategic catalyst for upholding world class quality benchmarks that reflect customer expectations, meet regulatory demands, and reinforce the company's dedication to excellence.

The person in this role spearheads the design, execution, and ongoing refinement of quality standards to drive operational excellence. Works in close partnership with senior executives to align quality strategies with overarching business objectives, ensuring consistent product integrity and regulatory compliance across all divisions. Collaborates cross-functionally to embed quality into every stage of product development - from initial concept through market launch.

This role will report directly to the Chief Operations/Supply Chain Officer of Johnson Outdoors and can be based out of the following locations: HQ Racine-WI, Alpharetta-GA, Mankato-MN or Eufaula-AL. Domestic/International travel up to 50-60%.

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive global quality strategy that aligns with the organization’s vision, values, and operational objectives.
• Ensure supplier quality standards are met and maintained, fostering strong relationships with suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee quality assurance processes in manufacturing operations to ensure products meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee, implement, and maintain robust quality management systems (QMS) and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance process quality.
• Monitor and improve field quality, ensuring customer feedback is incorporated into processes and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
• Partner with engineering, product integrity, R&D, and other cross-functional teams to integrate quality assurance processes into new product development.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and customer requirements. Lead initiatives to ensure conformance to internal global and regional quality standards across all manufacturing facilities and supply chains.
• Collaborate with engineering, product integrity, R&D, operations, supply chain, marketing, and other key functions to identify opportunities for process improvement, seamless integration of quality principles and optimized pre-production processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality processes and practices. Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of quality improvement projects across the organization to improve operational efficiency, product reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Build, lead, and mentor a diverse, high‑performing team of quality professionals across regions to foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Lead the identification of potential risks related to product quality, safety, and compliance, and develop strategies for risk mitigation.
• Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring feedback is incorporated into processes and consistently exceeding customer quality expectations.
• Lead internal and external quality audits, maintain a state of audit readiness at all times, and effectively manage any findings or corrective actions.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure quality outcomes, operational performance, and strategic alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform human resources responsibilities for staff, including hiring and terminating employees, promotions/pay adjustments, staff development, performance evaluations, resolution of employee concerns, and disciplinary counseling.
• Develop and manage the budget in conjunction with senior leadership for…