Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)

Teijin Carbon; Heinsberg; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-tariff salary

Performance bonus

39-hour week

Remote work option

30 days annual leave

Further training

Team events

Corporate benefits

Family-oriented atmosphere

Free parking

Job summary

Teijin Carbon is seeking a Head of Quality Management (m/f/d) to lead the quality team of seven, shape the quality organization, and drive continuous improvement across processes, products and services.

You will manage global projects with international teams, ensure compliance with customer requirements and quality standards, conduct audits, and foster development through onboarding and training. A flexible schedule, 30 days leave, and attractive benefits complete the package.

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical field or several years of quality management experience with additional training as a quality technician.
• Qualification in quality management, ideally from DGQ or equivalent organization.
• Several years of professional experience in quality management within a manufacturing industrial company; experience with carbon-fiber-reinforced products and in automotive/aerospace advantageous.
• Quality methods such as APQP, FMEA, 8D, 5-Why and Six Sigma are part of the toolkit.
• Management experience and ability to motivate and develop employees and drive change.
• Structured, solution-oriented, decisive and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Management department with seven employees and continuously develop the quality organization.
• Design and optimize processes, structures and procedures and advance the quality management system.
• Ensure and improve product and service quality; analyze quality KPIs and initiate corrective actions.
• Manage product development projects with project and development teams; ensure targets on quality, cost and schedule.
• Lead and coordinate global projects and change initiatives with international teams.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and standards; make decisions to stop production or suspend deliveries if needed.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and act as the point of contact during external audits.

Skills

Quality management

APQP

FMEA

8D

5-Why

Six Sigma

Project leadership

Team management

Decision making

Process optimization

Education

Technical degree

DGQ qualification

Tools

Quality management systems

Job description

Energetic, clever, committed - together we are shaping the future of lightweight construction!

Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)

To strengthen our Quality team - at the earliest possible date

Your future field of activity

• You will take on the professional, organizational and disciplinary management of the Quality Management department with seven employees and continuously develop the quality organization.
• You will design and optimize processes, structures and operational procedures and systematically further develop the quality management system.
• You will ensure and continuously improve product and service quality, analyze quality KPIs and initiate and manage appropriate measures.
• You will manage product development projects together with the project and development management teams and ensure compliance with quality, cost and schedule targets.
• You will lead and coordinate global projects and change initiatives, working closely with adjacent departments and international teams.
• You will ensure compliance with customer requirements and quality standards and assume decision-making responsibility in the event of critical quality deviations, including decisions to stop production or suspend deliveries.
• You will conduct internal audits and supplier audits and act as a competent point of contact during external audits.

What we are looking for

• You have a degree in a technical field or, alternatively, several years of professional experience in quality management with additional training as a quality technician (m/f/d).
• You have a qualification in quality management, ideally from DGQ (German Society for Quality) or an equivalent organization.
• You have several years of professional experience in quality management within a manufacturing industrial company. Experience with carbon-fiber-reinforced semi-finished products and components, as well as experience in the automotive and/or aerospace industries, is particularly welcome. Knowledge of the relevant standards in these industries is also an advantage.
• Quality methods such as APQP, FMEA, 8D, 5-Why and Six Sigma are part of your methodological toolkit, and you are confident in applying them in practice.
• You have management experience and know how to motivate and develop employees and drive change forward together with your team.
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to work, strong decision-making skills and a confident, professional manner round off your profile.
• Exciting responsibilities in a proactive and motivated team that values your ideas and strengths.
• Individual onboarding to prepare you optimally for your responsibilities and support your professional development.
• An attractive above-tariff salary plus a performance-based bonus that recognizes your achievements.
• A 39-hour working week, a flexible flexitime account and the option to work remotely - giving you the flexibility to organize your working hours according to your individual needs.
• 30 days of annual leave for relaxation and a healthy work-life balance.
• Further training opportunities to continuously expand your knowledge and advance your career.
• Team events where you can get to know your colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere.
• Exclusive corporate benefits with numerous discounts and special offers.
• A family-oriented working atmosphere enriched by close collaboration with international colleagues.
• Free parking directly at the company premises for a stress-free commute.

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