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Qualitätsmanager (m/w/d)

Chemnitz, Sachsen, SACHSENFull-time2026-11-11

Core

Lead and develop the Quality Management System for automotive production processes, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.

Role type

Senior Quality Manager (Automotive)

Builds

Production processes and quality management systems for automotive clients

Domain

Automotive manufacturing

Required skills

IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plan, 8D methodology, statistical process control, audit management, supplier quality management, team leadership, process optimization

Preferred skills

Technical degree, experience in automotive or production environment, knowledge of process/product/supplier quality, change management

Technologies

IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plan, 8D

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Quality Management System per IATF 16949; Implement and apply IATF Core Tools; Plan and conduct internal and external audits; Lead and coordinate testing and laboratory activities; Manage corrective and preventive actions; Oversee production process optimization; Lead and coordinate quality testing and lab activities; Conduct process FMEAs and root cause analyses; Create and maintain process descriptions and SOPs; Ensure supplier quality; Handle customer complaints using 8D methodology; Provide technical and disciplinary leadership to the quality team; Train employees on quality and IATF topics; Collaborate with production, engineering, procurement, and sales.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership