Qualitätsleitung (m/w/d), Bad Waldsee
Core
Leading the Quality Assurance (QA) department for a specialist manufacturer of precision injection-molded parts, including gears and drive elements, ensuring product quality and compliance across multiple sites.
Role type
Quality Management Director (QA)
Builds
High-precision plastic gears, gearing, and drive components for global automotive and industrial applications.
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Precision engineering
Required skills
Quality Management Systems (IATF 16949), Auditing (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), Root Cause Analysis (FMEA, 5-Why, 8D), Statistical Process Control, Team Leadership, Project Management, Supplier Management, Compliance Management
Preferred skills
Experience in automotive industry, Knowledge of industrial metrology, Data analysis and statistical methods
Technologies
IATF 16949, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, APQP, FMEA, 5-Why, Ishikawa, 8D-Report
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Quality Management System (QMS), Coordinate document management, Ensure product quality and optimize serial quality assurance, Manage complaints and supplier quality, Conduct internal and external audits, Analyze quality metrics for process optimization, Act as central interface for customers and suppliers, Support project management and production, Train employees and promote quality awareness, Ensure compliance with legal and internal regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities