5+ years in quality assurance, preferably in automotive industry
1-3 years in a quality specialist role
Strong understanding of quality processes and procedures
Ability to mentor and lead a team
Experience with shop floor KPIs and scrap reporting tools
Responsibilities
Coordinate daily quality activities to protect Brand and its customers
Lead and develop Quality Auditors and Salvage Team
Provide escalation support for quality-related issues
Monitor shop floor quality KPIs such as Scrap and Rework Rate
Drive scrap reduction projects with the PQC
Oversee the proper handling of non-conforming material
Develop training plans to bridge skill gaps
Benefits
Career development opportunities for team members
Focus on skill enhancement and mentorship
Impact on quality processes within a reputable automotive firm
Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives
Opportunity to lead projects that reduce waste and enhance efficiency
Full Job Description
Your tasks
Daily coordination of shop floor quality activities to ensure Brose and its customers are protected.
Functional leadership of Quality Auditors and the Salvage Team, focusing on their career and skill development.
Escalation support for Quality Auditors and Leadership during internal and customer issues.
Responsible for shop floor quality KPI's for the plant (e.g. Scrap, RT, Rework Rate etc...).
Owner of the plant scrap, salvage and rework processes.
Mentor and support Quality Auditors and Salvage Operators with quality issues and problem solving.
Define and monitor a clear concept for shopfloor audits, enforcing dicipline, Brose basic rules and correct PFM.
Responsible for (improving) scrap reporting tools and ensuring correct 551/552 transactions.
Lead scrap reduction projects in coordination with the PQC.
Owner of the Procella software for the plant.
Lead the improvement of the NBO rework and salvage concepts (incl. rework station concepts).
Own the hold and sort areas and all areas where NOK material is stored, ensuring correct material flow and labeling.
Own the career development process for Quality Auditors and Salvage, defining a clear path from junior QA to QE in alignment with the PQC.
Create training and development plans for the quality team, aiming to close skill gaps and ensure successors are defined.
Lead the continuous improvement of our daily shop floor quality and salvage processes.
Initiation and follow-up on sorting activities and containment concerning parts that do not meet specification.
Your Profile
At least 5 years' professional experience in the area of quality, ideally at least 1-3 years in a position in the automotive industry as a quality specialist.
Knowledge of appropriate procedures for planning and optimizing quality processes.
