Quality Analyst

The LYCRA Company; Kerkrade; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The LYCRA Company in Kerkrade seeks a highly analytical Quality Analyst to join the Manufacturing team. You will monitor quality KPIs, perform root cause analysis and drive continuous improvements across processes and shifts.

You will translate data into actionable insights, collaborate with Operations and Maintenance, and ensure standardized defect handling while supporting knowledge transfer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Process Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in manufacturing, quality, or process improvement.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills, with data-analysis experience.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Understanding of process variability, quality control and process capability.
• Excellent ownership, accountability and stakeholder influence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proficient in Dutch and English.
• MS Office proficiency; Excel, PowerPoint, Word; data visualization a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain quality KPIs and dashboards.
• Lead RCA activities with a fact-based approach.
• Analyze critical process parameters and sources of variation.
• Define and drive Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs).
• Track actions from initiation through implementation.
• Translate technical knowledge into standard work procedures.
• Support training and development of operators and supervisors.
• Coordinate cross-functional actions to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Dutch & English

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Process Technology or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Responsibilities:

The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to make the LYCRA® brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions”.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Quality Analyst to join our Manufacturing organization in Kerkrade. The Quality Analyst plays a key role in ensuring stable and continuously improving product quality by translating operational and quality data into actionable insights and sustainable improvements. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Quality Analyst will work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to identify root causes of quality issues, drive corrective actions and improve process performance. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with a structured problem-solving approach and a passion for continuous improvement. In this role, you will be responsible for quality performance monitoring, root cause analysis, process control and knowledge transfer across the organization.

We are offering a key role in driving product quality, process performance and continuous improvement across the Kerkrade Manufacturing organization.

Quality Performance Monitoring

• Own and maintain quality KPIs and dashboards.
• Ensure data integrity and standardized KPI definitions.
• Translate quality and operational data into meaningful insights and improvement priorities.

Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

• Lead structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities.
• Ensure major quality deviations are analyzed using a fact-based approach.
• Develop and maintain defect libraries and standard RCA outputs.

Process Control

• Analyze critical process parameters, material behavior and sources of variation.
• Identify opportunities to improve process stability.
• Support the definition and monitoring of process control limits.
• Define and drive Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs).
• Track actions from initiation through implementation.
• Ensure improvements are effectively embedded and sustained over time.

Standardization & Knowledge Transfer

• Translate technical expertise into standard work procedures, decision trees and defect handling guidelines.
• Support training and development of operators and supervisors.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best-practice adoption across shifts and departments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to resolve quality issues.
• Coordinate corrective actions and support effective follow-up.
• Drive collaboration to achieve sustainable quality improvements.

Reporting

• Monitor quality performance and identify trends.
• Present recommendations and improvement opportunities to management and stakeholders.
• Report on project progress and quality improvement results.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Quality Management, Process Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing, quality or process improvement environment.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills, including experience with data analysis.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Understanding process variability, quality control and process capability.
• Ability to interpret defect patterns, trends and correlations and translate findings into practical solutions.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive improvements without direct authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates a practical, proactive and results-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Experience with data visualization tools is considered an advantage.
• We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, The LYCRA Company is recognized worldwide for its innovative products, technical expertise, sustainable solutions, and unmatched marketing support. The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX®, and TACTEL®. The LYCRA Company’s legacy stretches back to 1958 with the invention of the original spandex yarn, LYCRA® fiber. Today, The LYCRA Company focuses on adding value to its customers’ products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumer’s need for comfort and lasting performance. For more information, visit www.thelycracompany.com

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverse life experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.

The appointment process will include a reference check.