Opis firmy
We are the KOSTAL Group, a global, independent family-owned company based in Germany that develops and manufactures advanced electronic and mechatronic products. At 46 locations in 20 countries, more than 19,000 employees work flexibly, competently, and close to the customer.
KOSTAL Automotive specializes in the development and production of technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical, and mechatronic components for the automotive industry.
As part of our development strategy, we are building a new production plant with greater production capacity.
This plant focuses on the efficient generation, utilization, and storage of energy to grow our business and promote the development of environmentally friendly and sustainable technologies with a smaller environmental footprint.
Opis oferty pracy
The Serial Supplier Quality Developer is assigned to suppliers (via SAP supplier master data) and is responsible for ensuring a stable quality of serial part deliveries to KOSTAL. This role ensures consistent quality of serial part deliveries from assigned suppliers.
The Serial Supplier Quality Developer carries out the following quality-related activities with regard to assigned suppliers:
- Conducting supplier audits
- Monitoring supplier performance
- Motivating suppliers to take actions aimed at improving quality
- Supporting the resolution of problems in complex cases (escalation from incoming inspection)
- Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with suppliers
Kwalifikacje
- Higher technical education: Mechanical engineer with knowledge of plastics technology or certified injection molding technician for plastics / Alternatively: Electronics engineer with basic knowledge of PCB assembly production.
- Over 5 years of experience in plastic injection mold production, production planning, or quality assurance/production planning for plastic components.
- Knowledge of key quality standards and modern tools.
- Ensuring product maturity levels, product approvals (VDA2, AIAG, VDA16).
- Knowledge of VDA6.3 audits (IATF 16949).
- Problem-solving skills (e.g., 8D, 5Why, 5W’s, etc.).
- Advanced technical expertise in:
- Injection molding
- Painting/chroming of plastic components
- Metal stamping
- Other automotive-related topics
- Open, constructive, and persuasive personality.
- Basic skills in commercial and technical negotiation.
- Basic understanding of technical drawing principles and the ability to read technical documentation.
- Competence in working within interdisciplinary and international teams. Strong team player.
- Result-oriented mindset, personal leadership, and responsibility for assigned tasks.
- Analytical and creative thinking to proactively generate opportunities for continuous improvement of the supplier quality management system and industrial standards.
- Flexibility and readiness to work in a dynamic and multitasking environment.
- English – B2 proficiency.
- Polish – native language or fluent proficiency.
Nice to Have
- Experience in the automotive industry.
- Knowledge of the Ukrainian language will be an additional asset.
- Familiarity with computer programs such as MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP will be an added advantage.
Dodatkowe informacje
- Work in an international environment with daily use of the English language.
- Full-time employment contract.
- Flexible working hours – you can start your workday between 7:00 and 9:00 AM.
- A newly developed benefits system, including:
- Medical packages at Luxmed,
- Group insurance,
- Sports cards,
- Holiday bonuses,
- “Wczasy pod gruszą” (vacation allowance),
- Meal subsidies.
- 3-month training program under the guidance of an experienced colleague at one of KOSTAL's European branches.
- We offer long-term cooperation with opportunities for professional development.
