Quality Assurance Engineer

Vanderlande; Veghel; On-site; EUR 61,380 - 75,888; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 vacation days

Flexible working hours

Health & Wellbeing budget

Commuting allowance

On-site company health centres

Vanderlande Academy training facilities

Job summary

A leading logistics automation company in the Netherlands is seeking a (Senior) Quality Assurance Engineer to oversee supplier performance and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate will manage supplier audits, lead development programs, and utilize problem-solving methods effectively. You should have a relevant degree, experience in technical fields, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of €5,500 to €6,800 per month, along with extensive benefits including 40 vacation days and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in the technical field.
• Electrical/Electromechanical knowledge is desired.
• Experience with (Lead) Auditing or willing to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of suppliers within the category.
• Follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
• Lead Supplier Development programs.
• Schedule Supplier Audits on a yearly basis.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

ISO 9001

NEN-EN1090

Job description

Job TitleQuality Assurance Engineer Job Description

Are you looking for a job that gives you the responsibility to assure the quality and performance of the suppliers within your own category? Do you see a challenge in representing Quality Assurance during development- and improvement projects within multidisciplinary (QLTC) project teams? Do you like to work within an international team and align on global scale with the Global Quality community of Vanderlande? Then, you should apply for this position of (Senior) Quality Engineer!

The department

The Quality Assurance team exist of quality assurance engineers and quality assurances inspectors/ metrologists.

The department acts as a gatekeeper and advisor for assuring and maintaining the Vanderlande Quality Standard for parts and products. This is achieved by closely cooperating with Supply Chain-, R&D- and Project Execution stakeholders.

The key-activities are divided into four different focus areas: Release the Product, Manage the Supplier, Solve the Incident and Measure & Inspect. In this way we can manage all Supplier Quality Assurance activities in a structured way and create focus to assure high quality and sustainable equipment and services throughreliable supplier relationships

What will you be doing?

As (Senior) Quality Assurance Engineer you will manage the performance of the suppliers within the category you are responsible for. You will actively follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) and lead Supplier Development programs (E.g. 4-Blocker method). You will schedule Supplier Audits on yearly basis. By doing so, you will contribute to building a sustainable relationship with suppliers within the category you are responsible for. You will be responsible for the process of releasing parts and products within Supply Chain and you will qualify suppliers prior to doing business with them, together with stakeholders within Supply Chain.

You are familiar with LEAN/SIX Sigma methods, 8D problem solving methods to solve supplier related product issues and you are able to release parts and products at suppliers by means of Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) or you are willing to be trained in (one of) the methods above. Additionally, you have (Lead) Auditing experience or/and you would like to be qualified as lead auditor.

The function requires drive and initiative. Key is a pro-active attitude focused on assuring the quality of Vanderlande’s products and learning from previous mistakes, Every Day Better!

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the performance of suppliers within own category. Provide input to the Supplier Audit yearly plan. Follow up on SCAR’s and lead Supplier Development programs.

• Release Vanderlande products at suppliers by means of PPAP.

• Solve supplier related product issues, applying 8D problem solving methods.

• Perform well planned and structured supplier audits as well as internal process audits as a lead-auditor.

• Report in a fact-based way and ability to review audit/inspection reports

• Act as an ambassador for QA, with the ability to give presentations towards stakeholders about (process) improvements and way of working.

• Work and participate as part of a team of QA professionals and align with Vanderlande’s Global Quality community on processes, way of working and improvements.

• Work according to procedures/standards as agreed upon within Vanderlande’s Global Quality community and act as a role model for colleague QA Engineers and Inspectors.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field of study (E.g. Industrial-, Mechanical- or Electrical Engineering, or Technical Business Administration).

• Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in the technical field, Electrical/Electromechanical knowledge is desired.

• Excellent communication skills, good command of verbal and written English is a must.

• Experience with International Management System Standards (E.g. ISO 9001/NEN-EN1090).

• Experience with (Lead) Auditing (or willing to be trained and qualified).

You should apply when

• You are a team player and a strong communicator with the ability to apply distinctive communication styles and influencing techniques.

• You are a self-starter, able to plan and prioritize your own work.

• You are analytical, able to link findings with potential root causes with a statistical mindset (basic knowledge such as Histogram, Process Capability, etc.)

• You are a quality ambassador who can represent QA Vanderlande towards our suppliers.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Controls Project Engineer you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with plenty of room for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future. This position offers a competitive salary range of €5.500,00 up to €6800,00 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance) with a comprehensive travel allowance on top. Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)

• Flexible working hours

• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)

• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year

• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport

• Working from home allowance

• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance

• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists

• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills

• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives

• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista

Your application

So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information, please contact Britt Laarhoven on +31 413 – 49 33 73.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.