Quality Operation Specialist (all genders welcome)

Quality Operation Specialist (all genders welcome)

Company: cellcentric GmbH & Co. KG

Everyone's talking about sustainable energy - we're getting it on track.

We are a company with probably the most experienced employees in our technology field in the world. As a joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group AB, we are responsible for all activities along the entire value chain for fuel cell systems: from research and development to production and marketing for use in trucks and other applications outside vehicles. The goal is to establish cellcentric as a leading global manufacturer of fuel cells, contributing to climate‑neutral and sustainable transportation.

We are a company with probably the most experienced employees in our technology field in the world. As a joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, we are responsible for all activities along the entire value chain for fuel cell systems: from research and development to production and marketing for use in trucks and other applications outside vehicles. Our goal is to establish cellcentric as a leading global manufacturer of fuel cells, contributing to climate‑neutral and sustainable transportation by 2050. Various testing equipment and testing systems are used to ensure quality in the process chain for the in‑house production of fuel cell components and the fuel cell itself. Our team is responsible for operational quality management. This includes, for example, incoming goods inspections, monitoring in‑house quality and the necessary measurement and testing systems, and creating control plans based on failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA). These activities are an integral part of safe processes and are part of our holistic understanding of processes.

Location for work: Starting in Eislingen, moving to Kirchheim Teck/Nabern or Esslingen/Pliensauvorstadt

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative incoming inspections of electrical and mechanical components and document the inspection results in our ERP/QM system.
• Perform visual checks for damage, completeness, and labeling, as well as review documentation (e.g., test reports, certificates, declarations of conformity).
• Carry out electrical tests in accordance with VDE guidelines, internal testing regulations, and customer specifications.
• Operate, monitor, and calibrate test and measurement equipment.
• Identify, isolate, and report non‑conformities (non‑conforming parts, supplier feedback).
• Assist with initial sample inspections, complaints, and test plan updates.
• Collaborate with the Quality, Logistics, Development, and Supplier Quality departments.
• Ensure compliance with all electrical safety requirements.

Experience and Qualification

• Successful completion of vocational training as an electronics technician, mechatronics technician, or industrial mechanic.
• Experience as a certified electrician (EFK); additional certification for live‑line work (AUS) is desirable.
• Good understanding of relevant standards (IATF 16949, VDA regulations, MBN11‑123, DIN VDE 105‑100).
• Several years of professional experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative incoming goods inspections or quality assurance, as well as experience with test equipment and measurement procedures for electrical components.
• Good IT skills and experience in using MS Office, ERP systems such as SAP, laboratory data systems, and Power BI.
• Independent, careful, and structured work style with an analytical mindset.
• Team player, communicative, flexible, and decisive.
• English and German language skills; love to work in an international environment.

Benefits

• Interesting, autonomous and varied activities with corresponding development prospects in a traditional company with a start‑up mentality in one of the top future industries.
• Very attractive compensation package.
• Flexible arrangement of working hours, mobile work, and the possibility to work up to 20 days a year from other EU countries.
• At least 30 days of vacation per year.
• Company pension plan, private and occupational accident insurance, and capital‑forming benefits.
• Flexible working time models for parents or part‑time employees.
• Comprehensive health management program: regular yoga sessions, attractive bike leasing option, and voluntary health check‑ups by our company doctor directly at our locations.
• Restaurant offering soul food at discounted price.
• Wide range of training and development opportunities.
• Exclusive leasing and purchase conditions for Mercedes‑Benz vehicles.

Additional information:

If your heart beats for fuel cells and you are looking for exciting challenges in the field of sustainable and climate‑neutral mobility, we look forward to receiving your application documents.

Please apply online only and enclose your CV, a cover letter and certificates.

We are particularly pleased to receive applications from severely disabled persons and persons with disabilities of equal status.