Quality & HSE Specialist

ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions; Tilburg; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pension scheme

WIA insurance

Job summary

Kinetron BV, an ASSA ABLOY company in Tilburg, is seeking a Quality & HSE Specialist to lead and continuously improve our QMS, and to ensure Health, Safety & Environmental compliance in a high-precision production environment.

You will collaborate with Operations, engineering, R&D and leadership to strengthen quality and safety programs, audits, and corrective actions, ensuring reliability and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in technical business engineering, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• 3+ years experience in a QHSE role in production/manufacturing/high-tech environment.
• MVK/HVK or relevant safety certifications preferred.
• Analytical, proactive, problem-solving abilities with a hands-on attitude.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Willing to learn RI&E processes and Dutch HSE requirements.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in both Dutch and English.
• Live within 50km from Tilburg; office-based role.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve the QMS aligned with ISO 9001 and high-tech industry requirements.
• Oversee quality processes in our precision production environment, ensuring reliability.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methods (Lean, 5S).
• Coordinate and support internal, customer, and supplier audits and certifications.
• Manage quality documentation, product specifications, and process controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that support innovation and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Maintain RI&E in accordance with Dutch legislation.
• Develop, implement, and update safety programs and workplace instructions.
• Conduct incident investigations, risk assessments, and inspections.
• Promote a strong safety culture and minimize environmental impact.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards, waste management, and chemical handling.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Hands-on attitude

Stakeholder management

Dutch proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in technical business engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Engineering

Job description

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Location: Tilburg, Netherlands

About Us:

Kinetron BV, an ASSA ABLOY company, is an international high-tech innovative organization located in Tilburg. We specialize in researching, developing, manufacturing, and assembling customer‑specific energy harvesting modules and products. Our expertise includes energy harvesting technologies such as induction, solar, NFC, ambient, low‑power (IoT) electronics, micro mechanisms, motors, and actuators. We maintain a professional approach while fostering a family‑like atmosphere. Our organization values short lines of communication, transparency, and empowerment.

At Kinetron BV, we have long‑term worldwide partnerships with market leaders in various segments including opening solutions, digital locks, access control, smart buildings, watches, wearables, sanitary products, irrigation, and gas water heaters.

Role Overview

The Quality & HSE Specialist is responsible for leading and continuously improving our Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental systems. Because we operate a high‑precision production environment, the primary focus is on Quality Management. The secondary focus is Health, Safety, and Environment, including the implementation, updating, and monitoring of mandatory CAO‑related safety requirements and compliance with the Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E).

You will work closely with the Operations Manager, the production, engineering, R&D, and leadership teams to support our high‑tech manufacturing processes and ensure our commitment to innovation is matched by our commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 and high‑tech industry requirements
• Oversee quality processes in our precision production environment, ensuring product reliability and repeatability
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem‑solving methods (Lean, 5S)
• Coordinate and support internal, customer, and supplier audits and certifications
• Manage quality documentation, product specifications, and process controls
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that support innovation and production efficiency
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, procedures, and reporting standards (KPI's)
• Maintain and update the Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E) in accordance with Dutch legislation
• Develop, implement, and update safety programs, workplace instructions, and preventive measures
• Conduct incident investigations, risk assessments, and workplace inspections
• Promote a strong safety culture, focusing on preventing injuries, minimizing environmental impact, and supporting employee wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards, waste management regulations, and chemical handling requirements

Skills & Experience you need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Preferably in technische bedrijfskunde, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering)
• Pre 3+ years experience in a QHSE role preferably within a production, manufacturing, high‑tech or industrial environment
• Preferably MVK/HVK or relevant safety certifications
• Analytical, proactive, problem‑solving abilities with a hands‑on attitude
• Strong knowledge is a pre of ISO 9001
• Willing to learn the RI&E processes and Dutch HSE requirements
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in both Dutch and English, both written and spoken
• Live within a range of 50km from Tilburg as this role is an office based role

What we can offer you

• A key role within a fast‑growing, innovative energy harvesting company
• The opportunity to influence quality and safety strategy in a cutting‑edge technology environment
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits, aligned with market standards and CAO benefits, including holidays, pension schemes, WIA insurance, etc.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.