SITE QUALITY LEADER (m/f/d)

OPmobility SE; Bad Rappenau; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Bike leasing

Collective agreement benefits

Job summary

OPmobility SE is seeking a Quality Manager to lead a production quality team and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. You will oversee resource planning, audits, and customer-focused quality initiatives to ensure product conformity and shipment readiness.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of IATF 16949 and related OEM requirements, and willingness to travel for customer visits and audits. Fluency in German and good English are expected.

Qualifications

• Higher technical education or engineering degree with several years of experience in Quality Management.
• Proven experience in managing teams (functional and disciplinary).
• Solid knowledge of QMS and customer requirements (IATF 16949, VDA, OEM).
• Strong problem-solving skills with Ishikawa, Pareto, SPC, and 8D methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a Quality team on a daily basis.
• Plan resources and organize quality operations on the shop floor.
• Support operational teams and monitor production floor activities.
• Prepare, coordinate and conduct internal and external audits.
• Manage customer complaints using quality methodologies.

Skills

Quality management

Team leadership

Quality tools

Audits & compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Higher technical education

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

• Lead and manage a Quality team.
• Plan resource allocation and organize day-to-day quality operations.
• Support operational teams and maintain a regular presence on the production floor.
• Prepare, coordinate, and conduct internal and external audits.
• Manage and follow up on customer complaints using quality methodologies (e.g., 8D, PDCA).
• Lead customer discussions, participate in customer visits, and travel as required for business purposes.
• Implement Quality requirements and Business Group standards.
• Train, coach, and develop team members.
• Authorize the blocking of parts within production processes and prior to shipment, in coordination with Logistics and Operations.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and drive the continuous improvement of quality KPIs.
• Reduce Cost of Non-Quality (CoNQ).
• Support the achievement of plant objectives in terms of quality, cost, and performance indicators (e.g., PPM, special status).

Profile

• Higher technical education or an engineering degree, combined with several years of experience in Quality Management, ideally within a manufacturing company in the automotive industry.
• Proven experience in the functional and disciplinary management of teams.
• Experience with plastic components or assembled products would be considered a strong asset.
• Solid knowledge of Quality Management Systems and customer requirements (IATF 16949, VDA, OEM requirements, etc.).
• Strong understanding of quality tools and problem-solving methodologies (Ishikawa, Pareto, SPC, 8D process, etc.).
• Ability to balance strategic vision, team leadership, and a hands-on operational presence on the shop floor.
• Experience in preparing, conducting, and supporting internal and external audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) as well as SAP.
• Excellent communication, organizational, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Autonomous, structured, and solution-oriented way of working.
• Fluent German and good English skills, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel for customer visits, audits, and other business-related activities.

Why join us ?

• Flexible working hours, collective agreement benefits, and bike leasing.
• Lead a key business function while developing and empowering your team.
• Contribute to business performance improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Join a global leader in the automotive industry.
• Grow your career in an international environment.
• Make a tangible impact on the future success of the site.

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.