Senior Director- Operational Quality M/F NEW

• Oversee quality assurance and quality control processes across all production sites.
• Ensure compliance with international quality standards and regulations (ISO 9001, APQP4Wind, TS 16949).
• Lead and develop local Quality departments and mentor quality teams.
• Analyze quality-related data from customers and organizational interfaces; facilitate implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Guide and support employees across the organization on quality-related topics, ensuring best practices are shared and applied.
• Conduct internal audits and assessments; identify and report weak points, initiate corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive and facilitate strategy discussions, definition, and deployment for Operational Quality.
• Prepare monthly reports on overall quality performance, including objectives, activities, and issues.
• Educate employees in all relevant competences regarding quality.
• Ensure effective NCR (Non-Conformance Report) case handling according to the 8D method.
• Collaborate with the global QHSE team to develop and implement quality management strategies.
• Participate in global quality audits and assessments.
• Implement operational excellence initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Engineering degree, preferably with experience or knowledge of the wind energy industry (APQP4Wind) or automotive (TS 16949).
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role within an international, production-focused company.
• Extensive knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes and standards.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification; knowledge of ISO 14001 and 45001.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency in quality management software and tools.
• Experience conducting quality audits and inspections.
• Detailed understanding of APQP, PPAP, DMICA, 8D, Change Management, and Risk Management tools.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Personal Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Setting direction and goals; driven by purpose and customer needs.
• Ability to interpret and apply quality standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Honest, accountable, and efficient in self-management.
• Proactive and able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel as required and work flexible hours to accommodate global team interactions.

Travel: Up to 50 days per year (approx. 20%)

Apply today to join a team committed to quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement!