Site Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

OPmobility; Helmstedt; Sur place; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

OPmobility is seeking a quality professional in Germany to lead customer-facing quality topics and drive robust problem-solving in a manufacturing setting. You will manage containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions across the product lifecycle.

You will support new product launches, ensure conformance to control plans, and conduct audits while tracking quality KPIs. Fluency in German/English and travel readiness are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or comparable technical qualification.
• Certification or training in quality management is an advantage.
• Proven experience in Quality in automotive with ISO 9001/IATF 16949 knowledge.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills in manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge of FMEA, PPAP and APQP; experience with 8D, 5 Why, SPC.
• Fluent in German and English; proficient in MS Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%; excellent presentation and stakeholder skills.

Responsabilités

• Act as the primary customer contact for all quality topics.
• Lead structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Why, A3 and QRQC.
• Ensure containment, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Define/release rework instructions and manage quality alerts.
• Lead and support customer complaint analysis.
• Support new product launches (APQP, PFMEA, PPAP, Run@Rate).
• Ensure adherence to control plans and conduct process audits (VDA 6.3).
• Monitor quality KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to reducing CNQ through proactive actions and containment.
• Drive poka-yoke and verify within production processes.
• Lead quality technicians and foster a strong quality mindset.
• Drive digitalization projects in Quality with data analytics on large datasets.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

MS Office

German & English

Travel up to 10%

Formation

Degree in Engineering or comparable technical qualification

Outils

8D

5 Why

SPC

FMEA

PPAP/APQP

Description du poste

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary customer contact for all quality-related topics
• Drive structured problem solving using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, A3 and QRQC
• Ensure effective containment, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions
• Define and release rework instructions and manage quality alerts when required
• Lead and support customer complaint analysis
• Support new product launches (APQP, PPF, PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, Run@Rate)
• Ensure adherence to control plans and conduct process audits (e.g., layered audits, VDA 6.3)
• Monitor and analyze quality KPIs, initiating continuous improvement measures
• Contribute to the reduction of Cost of Non Quality (CNQ) through proactive problem-solving and implementation of corrective actions
• Drive poka-yoke implementation and verification within production processes
• Lead and support quality technicians, ensuring training and a strong quality mindset
• Drives digitalization projects within Quality, with strong data analytics skills and the ability to work with and interpret large datasets

Profile

• Degree in Engineering or a comparable technical qualification (university or technical college)
• Additional certification or training in quality management is an advantage
• Proven experience in Quality, in automotive industry with solid knowledge of ISO 9001/IATF 16949
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge of core quality methods (FMEA, PPAP, APQP)
• Practical experience with quality tools such as 8D, 5 Why, SPC
• Fluent in German and English
• Proficient in MS Office
• Willingness to travel up to 10%
• Excellent presentations, communication and stakeholder management skills

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work.

You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.