Leiter Qualitätsabteilung (m/w/d)
Core
Leading the quality department for a family-owned plastic processing manufacturer, focusing on series quality, quality planning (APQP), and measurement/inspection technology.
Role type
Senior Quality Department Manager (Automotive supplier)
Builds
High-quality interior and exterior components for automotive, commercial vehicles, and machinery
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Plastic processing
Required skills
IATF 16949, ISO 9001, Automotive Core Tools (8D, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA), Quality Management Systems, Measurement and Inspection Technology, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration
Preferred skills
Certified IATF 16949 Auditor, Certified VDA 6.3 Auditor, Experience in Automotive Tier 1/2 supplier environment
Technologies
IATF 16949, ISO 9001, 8D, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, VDA 6.3
Responsibilities
Lead the quality department with focus on series quality and quality planning; Ensure and develop the quality management system (IATF 16949, ISO 9001); Manage complaint handling and 8D processes; Drive quality planning and APQP processes; Lead measurement and inspection activities; Collaborate with customers and suppliers on quality issues; Work cross-functionally with production, development, procurement, and sales.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities