VP Quality

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QUALITY OPERATIONS LEADER: $300M MANUFACTURER | ISO:9001 & IATF:16949 EXPERT | REDUCED DEFECTS BY 22% AND

COST OF POOR QUALITY BY 50%

I'm currently representing a distinguished quality professional who's making a confidential career move. This accomplished leader brings over 15 years of experience in the aerospace, defense, and semiconductor sectors, with deep expertise in AS9100 compliance, supplier quality management, and operational excellence.


Achievements & Impact

Certified in ISO:9001 and IATF:16949 with successful implementation


Led quality operations for $300M manufacturer across 3 plants


Achieved 50% reduction in Cost of Poor Quality, 22% reduction in defects

Reduced customer quality issues by 37% through proactive measures

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“I can't emphasize enough how remarkable she is. Kathy's unwavering determination and knack for identifying the perfect candidate for any position are truly outstanding. She was instrumental in helping me secure the ideal role, showcasing her expertise in aligning talent with opportunity. I highly recommend Kathy to anyone seeking unparalleled assistance in finding the right fit for their career aspirations. Her dedication and skill make her an invaluable resource in the recruitment industry.”

Christopher Scalisi | National Account Executive | Farrow 

It's not often you come across a leader who is genuinely invested in their team's growth and success, but that's exactly what I found in Kathy Hedrick. During my time working under her management at ASD, I was continually impressed by her exceptional leadership skills, her unwavering ambition, and complete support for the team. I am now honored to call Kathy a friend.

Julie Kever | Advanced Systems Design | Talent Acquisition Specialist

I had the privilege of reporting directly to Kathy during my tenure at ASD. Kathy is an exceptional leader who possesses a rare combination of strategic vision, deep industry knowledge, and a genuine dedication to fostering growth and success within her team. We missed her dearly after she left, however, she left us in a great position to be successful.


Throughout our time working together, she consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise in the recruitment and talent management landscape, steering our team to achieve remarkable results. The team had a 300% increase in placements made from the prior year during her time with ASD. Her ability to conceptualize and execute innovative recruitment strategies significantly contributed to our team's success in sourcing top-tier talent while simultaneously streamlining the hiring process. She is not only a skilled professional but also an inspiring mentor and advocate for her team. She actively encouraged professional development, providing invaluable guidance and support, which greatly enhanced my capabilities in the IT recruiting field.


Her leadership style, characterized by a perfect blend of approachability and decisiveness, fostered an environment of collaboration, creativity, and high performance. Kathy’s knack for balancing strategic objectives with a genuine concern for individual growth made her an incredible asset to our organization. She not only turned the recruiting team around, she helped the entire organization by utilizing her previous professional Human Resource experience when it came to organizational change and other skills like streamlining the onboarding process for all new hires whether they were W2 or contractors. She assisted the operations team helping write standard operating procedures and training others on the software changes and updates. When making these changes she collaborated with all involved to be sure things went smoothly as changes were made. As a veteran Human Resources professional I found these qualities to be very beneficial for not only the recruiting staff but the entire operation.


I am confident that Kathy will continue to make a significant impact in her future endeavors. Any team or organization would be fortunate to have her leadership, expertise, and commitment to excellence. It was truly an honor to work alongside her and I recommend her for any role that demands exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for cultivating talent and driving success.

Sharron Evars | Talent Acquisition Specialist | Advanced Systems Design

Kathy was a superb HR coordinator when I worked with her. She brought a big company feel for our HR and training programs and was always willing to help other departments, including mine. She was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend her for any similar position.

Jeffery Hunt | Vice President | Omnitronics 

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