Head of Quality Management Plant Linnich (m/w/d)

Stellenbeschreibung:

Location: Linnich (North Rhine-Westphalia), Germany. Full‑time, permanent position.

Lead by example and develop your team into a high‑performing unit by ensuring efficient, transparent communication and fostering employee engagement and satisfaction.
Drive the evolution of the site’s quality culture from a reactive to a proactive approach.
Continuously and sustainably improve quality‑related processes.
Further develop the integrated management systems (Quality, Environment, Product Safety, Health & Safety, and Energy) to ensure compliance with customer expectations and international standards.
Identify, evaluate, and implement production improvements to achieve sustainable quality enhancements by applying best practices, standardising processes, and rolling them out across the Linnich site.
Ensure achievement of departmental KPIs and site quality performance targets.
Plan and conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality and product safety standards.
Work closely with customers to investigate and resolve quality and product safety complaints, ensuring long‑term customer satisfaction.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
At least 5 years of leadership experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all organisational levels.
Strong leadership capabilities, including experience leading cross‑functional teams.
Results‑oriented mindset with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Good IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Fluent German and English language skills.

Permanent employment contract
Comprehensive onboarding and professional development opportunities at the SIG Training Center
Attractive compensation package, including a company pension scheme
Travel allowance, electric vehicle charging stations, and the option to lease a JobRad (company bike)
Company incentive vehicle available upon request (subject to the SIG Company Car Policy)
Occupational health services
30 days of paid annual leave
Informal “du” culture with a collaborative working environment
International environment with more than 9,000 colleagues from over 90 countries worldwide
Flexible working hours
A high level of ownership and the opportunity to develop and implement your own ideas and concepts
On‑site company cafeteria with subsidised meals
Employee events
Employee referral programme
Exclusive discounts through the Corporate Benefits programme
Occupational health services and free access to the EAP Assist Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members