Quality Manager

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Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Job Purpose

To manage and improve the Quality function and systems in accordance with the annual Operations and Quality objectives, goals, strategies & measures (OGSM).

Task & Accountabilities

• An active member of plant management team who can lead by example as a change agent with strong coordination, communication and coaching skills.
• Manage the direct reporting of Quality Engineers and Technician, including work priorities, annual personal development planning and training.
• Able to contribute and drive forward the Bradford site and also contribute to the EMEIA regional Quality vision at local level, cascading objectives, goals, strategies, measures (OGSM) into the site and individual reports through PPM
• Clearly understand internal / external customer quality requirements, including inspection and test certification, and develop suitable value driven metrics to verify performance improvements.
• Maintaining ISO9001 & other relevant certifications for the site.
• Maintain and continually improve the site's Quality Management System in alignment with regional and / or global directions to enhance the value added benefits to the business (continuous improvement & best business practice sharing).
• Ability to facilitate the resolution of Quality problems through the wider cross functional team involvement via suitable tools such as 8D problem solving and lean six sigma methodologies as appropriate.
• Coordinate customer & external audit / inspection body accreditation and relationships.
• Ensure that all company HS&E policies and procedures are personally adhered

Skills and Experience

• ISO 9001:2015 internal auditor
• Practical knowledge of implementing and improving quality management systems.
• Root Cause analysis and solution investigations
• Document control
• Use of Quality tools and techniques such as problem solving, FMEA, control plans.
• Lead a team through change.
• Develop strong working relationships
• Practical experience of internal and external lead audit.
• Experience in a senior quality engineer position or similar
• Managing teams to improve quality in similar working environments.

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers