Production Quality - Shift Supervisor (All genders)

Stark Defence; München; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Defence is seeking a Production Quality Shift Supervisor to lead a dedicated QA team on the manufacturing floor. You will coach QA technicians, align with production priorities, and drive a proactive quality culture to ensure flawless products for customers.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, R&D and Supply Chain to enhance inspection processes and implement new testing methods, while building strong German and English communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• German degree as Meister or Staatlich geprüfter Techniker with equivalent experience in high-tech manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and manage a team of Production QA Technicians.
• Schedule QA personnel to production lines based on priorities.
• Decide on withholding of defective products and initiate corrective actions.
• Oversee containment and documentation of non-conforming materials or products.
• Collaborate with Production, Production Engineering, R&D and Supply Chain to ensure product quality.
• Develop and implement inspection process improvements and new methods.
• Develop and deliver training on inspection techniques, safety, and testing methods.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Coaching

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

German and English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

German Meister / Staatlich geprüfter Techniker

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

CAQ software

Job description

Production Quality - Shift Supervisor (All genders)

At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision. As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.

We believe that true security stems from relentless innovation. By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.

WHY JOIN US

• The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
• You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
• We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing.

ABOUT THE TEAM

You will be an integral part of our growing Quality Management Team, reporting directly to the Quality Manager Production. You will directly manage a dedicated, agile team of quality technicians who are eyes and ears on the ground. You will work side by side with production shift supervisors, manufacturing engineers, and the quality engineers. Your relationship with them is collaborative, not adversarial - together, you ensure that high throughput never compromises high quality.

YOUR MISSION

Your mission is to lead by example on the manufacturing floor. You will inspire, coach, and elevate your Quality Assurance (QA) technicians. You are not just a gatekeeper checking boxes at the end of a line; you are the architect of a proactive quality culture.

You will empower your team ensuring that our customers receive flawless products every single time.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK

• Lead, coach, and manage a team of Production QA Technicians
• Schedule and assign QA personnel to production lines based on daily manufacturing priorities.
• Deciding on the withholding of defective products and initiating immediate corrective actions in the event of quality deviations.
• Oversee the containment, isolation, and documentation of non-conforming materials or products.
• Close collaboration with Production, Production Engineering, R&D and Supply ChainEnsuring the quality of products delivered to the customer
• Actively participating in the further development of inspection processes and the implementation of new inspection methods.
• Develop and execute training programs to ensure the QA team is fully aligned on inspection techniques, safety protocols, and testing methodologies.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field,

OR

• A German degree as “Meister”, “Staatlich geprüfter Techniker” specializing in electronics or mechanical engineering with equivalent, proven professional experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of experience in a production/manufacturing QA environment, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Strong commitment to quality and a high level of customer focus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong technical understanding, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a team, a structured approach to work, and a hands‑on mindset.
• Business-level proficiency in German and English.

NICE TO HAVE

• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems
• Experience in relevant quality management tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, etc.).
• Experience using Computer-Aided Quality (CAQ) software

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.