Quality Engineer - QMS

Umicore Belgium; Nysa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore, a global advanced materials and recycling group, seeks a Quality Management professional with strong ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 expertise. The role focuses on maintaining QMS, coordinating audits, and driving continuous improvement across functions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in quality management, certified IATF 16949 internal auditor, and fluent English. Responsibilities include training, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, chemistry, or related field.
• 7+ years in Quality Management, automotive industry preferred.
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor and VDA 6.3 Auditor.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Proven ability to coordinate audits and drive improvements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain QMS per ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Coordinate certification, surveillance, and audits.
• Manage nonconformities and CAPA.
• Prepare audit documentation.
• Lead internal and layered process audits.
• Develop and supervise QMS documentation.
• Promote quality awareness across the company.
• Support process optimization and cost saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor KPI and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality management

Audit coordination

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management

Tools

PPAP

MSA

SPC

8D

FMEA

VDA 6.3

Job description

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Battery Materials Solutions

Umicore’s battery materials solutions are delivering the future of electric mobility. We improve safety, enable faster charging and boost the range and durability of batteries. But our innovation does not stop there.We offer our customers industry leading battery recycling solutions for critical metals like cobalt, nickel, lithium and copper.To deliver a circular and sustainable battery materials value chain, we cannot stand still. Solving complex mobility challenges demands ambitious thinking and continuous innovation. This is where you come in.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and represent the organization during certification, surveillance, and customer audits.
• Manage audit nonconformities and ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare and maintain documentation required for internal and external audits.
• Coordinate and prepare Annual Management Reviews.
• Evaluate and support the development of Internal Auditors.
• Monitor, analyze, and report Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee Internal Audits and Layered Process Audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives based on audit results.
• Develop, update, and supervise Quality Management System and process documentation.
• Ensure quality policies, procedures, and standards meet customer requirements and organizational objectives.
• Coordinate the Internal Document Management System and ensure document compliance across the organization.
• Promote quality awareness and customer-specific requirements throughout the company.
• Deliver quality-related training and prepare training materials to support employee development and compliance.
• Monitor the effectiveness of quality standards and ensure their consistent application across all departments.
• Identify process inefficiencies and lead initiatives aimed at process optimization and operational excellence.
• Participate in continuous improvement and cost-saving projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Energy Management Systems in line with assigned roles and responsibilities.

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in Quality Management, preferably within the automotive industry, including at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Solid knowledge of Quality Management Systems, particularly ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor and VDA 6.3 Auditor.
• Very good knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including PPAP, MSA, SPC, 8D, and FMEA.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining system and process documentation.
• Proven experience in coordinating audits, managing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to define business objectives and effectively translate them into actions and results.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, combined with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Valid Category B driving licence.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?