Head of Quality Management

Our client is a reputable international equipment production company. To secure their intensive startup operations, they are in a need of experienced and committed professionals to orchestrate development plans. In order to set grounds of their quality function we are looking for a

To lead quality from day one, our client is looking for a hands-on, decision-driven professional who combines strategic QMS expertise with deep technical measurement know-how for the position of

Head of Quality Management
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Your Role

You will be the first and defining voice of quality at this new plant – responsible for building the entire quality function from the ground up while remaining actively involved on the shop floor.
QMS & Compliance

• Establish, implement and continuously improve the Quality Management System at the new plant
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards incl. ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and customer-specific requirements
• Create, maintain and develop QM documentation: processes, work instructions, inspection plans
• Plan and conduct internal audits; support external audits (customer, certification, supplier)
• Train employees in quality-related topics and actively promote a sustainable quality and improvement culture 
  Production & Process Quality
• Ensure product, process and delivery quality across all stages of production
• Apply and monitor quality methods: SPC, 8D, FMEA, control plans
• Define and track quality KPIs; derive and implement improvement measures
• Support industrialization and series launch of new components
  Measurement & Metrology
• Hands-on operation of CMM systems (Coordinate Measuring Machines)
• Sound understanding of metrology principles; knowledge of Zeiss Calypso is a strong advantage
• Define inspection strategies for machined cast and forged parts
  Supplier & Customer Management
• Participate in supplier selection, qualification and ongoing evaluation
• Define and monitor quality requirements for suppliers; track corrective actions
• Serve as the primary quality contact for internal and external customers
• Manage customer complaints including root cause analysis and action tracking
• Ensure on-time and high-quality customer deliveries
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What You Bring:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or a related technical field
• Several years of experience in quality management within a production environment, ideally in machining, casting or forging
• Hands-on CMM experience – Zeiss Calypso knowledge is a clear plus
• Proven track record or strong affinity for plant start-up / ramp-up projects
• Experience with SAP is an advantage
• Strong decision-making skills – you take ownership and drive results
• Startup mindset embedded in a corporate structure – you're comfortable with both
• Willingness to travel to suppliers (domestic and international)
• Driving license category B
• Fluent English (written and spoken); German is a plus
• High assertiveness, strong communication skills and a structured, solution-oriented work style

Our client is offering you a chance to become the cornerstone of their Serbian operations through this challenging and responsible role, a possibility to fully express and further improve your professional abilities within international environment together with continuous professional development opportunity.

If you envisage yourself in the above-described position, please send us your CV in English, stating the position title, exclusively to our address, with full confidentiality.

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