Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.
With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.  

Job DescriptionEnsure quality assurance and inspection policies and procedures are followed throughout the area of responsibilityDecide on final disposition of off-standard products, in cooperation with QM and PIAssure appropriate in-process key quality characteristics are over-inspected at the required frequency and appropriate actions are takenManage investigations and trials for process and product improvement, in cooperation with the production / process / PI.Analysis of quality relevant processes in case of quality deviations, in cooperation with production and processParticipate in internal and external audits and support the corrective actions following the auditsDrive the SPC process in the preparation areasRegular reporting of process capabilities in the preparation areas and participate in corrective actions to correct non-conforming processesPreparation and reporting of the Process Excellence DataManage and lead direct reportsTrain, educate and develop his / her staffParticipate in the annual budgeting process and ensure the quality department budget is appropriately met in his / her area of responsibilityLead activities in preparation of SPS reports in the event of major customer complaintsLead activities in the performance of special evaluations of product and process characteristicAnalysis of quality relevant processes in case of quality deviations, in cooperation with production and processEnsure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazardsRaise awareness and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties

QualificationsBachelor or Master degree of Chemical Engineering or related filedMinimum 3 years in Industrial Production or similar areaMinimum 2 years experience in leading peopleMinimum 3 Years in tires manufacturing and or Quality managementKnowledge of Quality management tools (SPC, FMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, MSA, etc.)Knowledge of Structured Problem solving incl. SPS, A3, 5WHY, Fish BoneExperience in project managementKnowledge of IATF 16949Good in English and ability to communicate in multi-national environment

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