Production Quality Leader

Wabtec Corporation; Kąty Wrocławskie; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a seasoned Quality Leader to join the Operations Quality team in a manufacturing environment. You will lead Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, driving conformity and continuous improvement across production processes, while partnering with engineering, supply chain, and site leadership to resolve issues and uphold regulatory standards.

You will develop teams, manage non-conformities, oversee quality documentation, and steer QRQC activities to ensure swift

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Several years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Previous experience leading and developing quality teams.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, quality tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in non-conformity management, root cause analysis, CAPA, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of production quality control processes, audits, inspections, testing requirements, and quality documentation management.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and supporting operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality-related reporting tools.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, providing coaching and performance management.
• Oversee daily quality control operations to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Monitor production quality performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage internal and external non-conformities, including customer complaints and deviations.
• Support QRQC activities to drive rapid issue resolution.
• Review and maintain quality documentation and corrective action plans.
• Provide quality guidance and training to production teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
• Support Internal FAI activities and verify production documentation and testing methods.
• Escalate quality alerts and risks to stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Quality management

Team leadership

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Coaching

Quality documentation

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality reporting tools

Job description

Who will you be working with?

As part of the Operations Quality team, you will work closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Leaders, Site Quality teams, and customers to ensure products meet the highest quality standards. You will lead a team of Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, driving quality excellence across manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues, improve performance, and maintain compliance with internal and external requirements.

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

As part of the Operations Quality team, you will work closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Leaders, Site Quality teams, and customers to ensure products meet the highest quality standards. You will lead a team of Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, driving quality excellence across manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues, improve performance, and maintain compliance with internal and external requirements.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Quality team, you will be responsible for leading quality control activities across production operations, ensuring product conformity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will manage and develop teams of Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a strong quality culture throughout the organization. In this role, you will oversee non-conformity management, quality documentation, production quality monitoring, and QRQC activities while partnering with operational leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and improve overall manufacturing performance. Your leadership will help ensure that quality standards are consistently achieved and maintained across all production processes.

What do we want to know about you?

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Several years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Previous experience leading and developing quality teams.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, quality tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in non-conformity management, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of production quality control processes, audits, inspections, testing requirements, and quality documentation management.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and supporting operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality-related reporting tools.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Preferred:

• Experience within rail, automotive, heavy industry, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of FAI processes, NDT activities, and special manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead and develop Quality Controllers and Quality Engineers, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development support.
• Oversee daily quality control operations to ensure products comply with company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production quality performance, analyze quality data, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage internal and external non-conformities, including customer complaints and production deviations, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Facilitate and support Production and Site QRQC activities to drive rapid issue resolution.
• Review and maintain quality documentation, including inspection records, test reports, NDT documentation, and corrective action plans.
• Support production teams by providing quality expertise, guidance, and training.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality enhancement projects across manufacturing processes.
• Support Internal FAI activities and verify the adequacy of production documentation, equipment, and testing methods.
• Ensure effective communication and escalation of quality alerts, risks, and compliance concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational performance and strengthen quality ownership throughout the organization.
• Promote and enforce safety and environmental standards, reporting any observed risks, incidents, or unsafe conditions.

Additional Information

Legal authorization to work in the European Union is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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