Advanced Specialist - Process Quality

About The Role

The Advanced Specialist - Process Quality is a subject‑matter expert and hands‑on leader responsible for ensuring manufacturing process robustness, product safety and regulatory compliance across assigned projects. This role provides technical leadership for process quality activities during new product introductions, process changes and production support, working closely with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to deliver safe, high quality and cost‑effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Quality Leadership
• Lead process quality input to design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA sessions, control plan development and process flow definitions.
• Define and maintain process requirements, work instructions and inspection criteria ensuring traceability between design, validation and production documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing, engineering and supplier teams on process controls, error‑proofing and poka‑yoke solutions.
• Validation & Qualification
• Develop and oversee process validation protocols, capability studies and production qualification activities to demonstrate sustained compliance and performance.
• Plan and manage pilot builds, pre‑production runs and production part approval (PPAP) activities to secure customer and regulatory approvals.
• Risk Management & Problem Solving
• Drive risk assessment activities (PFMEA) and facilitate cross‑functional mitigation actions; ensure effectiveness of controls through verification activities.
• Lead structured root cause analysis for process or quality deviations, implement corrective and preventive actions and track closure to ensure sustained resolution.
• Supplier Quality & Collaboration
• Support supplier selection, capability assessments and technical reviews; resolve supplier process issues and ensure alignment to control plans and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure supplier deliverables meet safety, regulatory and customer expectations.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting
• Monitor process quality metrics and capability indicators; prepare clear reports and escalate technical or process risks to project leadership when required.
• Maintain documentation and evidence of process performance for internal and customer audits.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify and drive improvement initiatives to enhance process stability, manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
• Coach and engage colleagues to adopt best practices and lessons learned from launches and production experience.
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong background in process quality, manufacturing engineering or similar disciplines within automotive or safety‑critical industries.
• Practical experience with PFMEA/DFMEA, control plans, SPC, capability studies and process validation techniques.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills with experience in structured root cause analysis and effective corrective action deployment.
• Ability to manage complex trade‑offs between risk, cost and schedule and to make sound technical decisions under uncertainty.
• Proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams and suppliers through clear communication and technical credibility.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with PLM/ERP, quality systems or manufacturing tools is desirable.
  
  

Behavioural Competencies & Traits

• Accountability and ownership for delivery of process quality outcomes.
• Attention to detail and disciplined execution to meet safety and quality objectives.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving project needs.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to build trust across functions and suppliers.
• Drive for continuous improvement and measurable impact.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Science or a related discipline; relevant professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, CQE) are an advantage.
  
  

Experience

• Typically 7+ years relevant experience in process quality, manufacturing or quality engineering roles; experience in automotive or other safety‑critical product environments is preferred.
  
  

Language

• English (required).
  
  

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. In our international work environment you will find opportunities for career development, technical training and leadership growth.

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