Leiter - Qualität (m/w/d)
Core
Strategic and operational leadership of the Quality department, driving continuous improvement in product, process, and system quality for a manufacturing group.
Role type
Senior Quality Management Leader (Head of Quality)
Builds
Quality Management Systems (QMS/IMS) compliant with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
Domain
Automotive and Packaging manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic thinking, hands-on mentality, team leadership, root cause analysis, audit management, process improvement, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Automotive or plastics industry experience, knowledge of APQP/PPAP/FMEA/8D/VDA 6.3, change management
Technologies
IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, VDA 6.3
Responsibilities
Lead QC, QA, and QMS/IMS teams; Develop and steer QMS per IATF 16949/ISO 9001; Analyze quality KPIs (PPM, COPQ) and drive improvements; Plan and execute internal/external audits; Manage customer complaints and escalations; Lead change and digitalization projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
