Site Manufacturing Quality Engineering Lead (m/f/d)
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TE Connectivity is seeking a Site Manufacturing Quality Engineering Lead (m/f/d) in Oberdischingen to oversee quality assurance within the manufacturing process, maintain and improve the site QMS, and lead cross functional quality initiatives including customer and supplier engagements, audits, and corrective actions. The role demands a technical degree, 8+ years in quality management in electronics or aerospace, ISO 9001 and EN 9100 certification, strong QM tools expertise, and fluent German and English. Excellent communication, teamwork, and a structured, data driven mindset are essential. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight audit successes, 8D and FAI experience, KPI driven improvements, and impactful leadership.
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview
Oversees quality assurance activities within the manufacturing process, ensuring products meet specifications.
Job Requirements
- Technical leadership and coordination of cross-functional teams on quality-related topics at the site, including disciplinary management of assigned employees
- Responsibility for maintaining and continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS) at the site and representing the site in the implementation of a global QMS
- Independent monitoring and coordination of customer complaints, including direct customer interaction and implementation of corrective actions
- Representation of the company's interests in quality-related matters with customers and suppliers
- Responsibility for certification and re-certification audits (DIN EN ISO 9001 and EN 9100) as well as customer audits, including follow-up of audit actions
- Conducting internal audits and preparing FAIs (First Article Inspections)/ First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
- Ensuring compliance with and monitoring of quality policies and quality objectives through KPI reporting
- Defining and implementing quality assurance measures (incoming and outgoing inspections, change management) and making decisions regarding the control of non-conforming products
- Creating and approving QM documentation as well as initiating and tracking actions resulting from audits, 8D processes, and change management activities
What your background should look like
- Completed technical degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent)
- At least 8 years of hands-on experience in Quality Management, ideally within electronics manufacturing and/or the aerospace industry
- Quality Management training/certification in ISO 9001 and EN 9100
- Knowledge of QM Core Tools (FMEA, 5 Whys, 8D, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Analytical mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach to work
- Sound judgment and a high level of initiative
- Strong facilitation, moderation, and conflict resolution skills
Competencies
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!
• Competitive Salary Package
• Performance-Based Bonus Plans
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
• Employee Resource Group
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