Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.
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Job DescriptionCheck out your future responsibilities below:
- Responsible to launch new components for respective technology at suppliers
- Plan, initiate and control failure prevention orientated, advanced quality management measures in the design / development phase for supplied parts and services (Feasibility Commitment, Project Reviews, Run & Rate, Safe Launch Concept, Quality Control Plan etc.) to ensure that our components meet all defined requirements.
- Review of sourcing documentation and preparation for team decision
- Work in international and multi-disciplinary teams including e.g. Purchasing, Engineering, Project Management, local SQM departments, Customer Quality and Logistic.
- Qualification, introduction and release of suppliers, technologies, and manufacturing processes by VDA6.3 Audits with high focus on early involvement and failure prevention.
- Drive escalation topics in order to solve the problem in a systematic manner, e.g. Red Alerts
- Project leader (coach) for Supplier Quality Improvement Program
- Deploy lessons learned / read across through the Category, organization and towards suppliers.
- Validate/approve new products launch at suppliers
Qualifications
Essential Skills/Qualifications:
- Strong Knowledge in quality related methodologies and standards Automotive Core tools (FMEA, 8D review, 5why, Problem Solving, etc)
- Experience in performing process audits based on VDA 6.3.
- Experience in automotive industry and standards (IATF 16949)
- Able to work independently and also in team-based environment
- Willing to travel to be onsite at supplier and short notice in case of escalation.
Desirable Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical & Electronic and/or Mechanical Engineering.
- Working experience in Supplier Quality Management/ Quality management
- Good understanding of Component Introduction in design and development phase and APQP management
- Good knowledge in process for plastic Over-molding/molding, stamping, press-fit stamping, sub-component assembly, automated inline testing, wire cutting/terminating for cable assemblies
Compensation & Benefits:
Work Time Flexibility
- Mobile work
- Flexible working hours
Health & well-being
- Facilities within Aria Clinic in Sibiu and Sport classes dedicated to Continental employees
- 7Card
Financial benefits
- System for Rewarding Improvement Ideas
- Meal vouchers
Take advantage of being in our location
- Kindergarten on Site (partial subvention, dedicated to Continental employees’ children)
- Restaurant and Coffee Corner on Site: daily discount, live cooking, international cuisine & outdoor terrace
- Regina Maria Medical Policlinic on site (benefit extended to Continental employees’ families)
Invest in your development
- Learn anywhere, anytime, by any device concept, covering online and offline trainings on job specific content
- In depth induction program
- Mentoring programs
Many other benefits to enjoy after work (in partnership with Benefits Online, > 2.000 offers, >800 partners)
- Career Path:
- Career path of choice to support Technical, Leadership or Project Management aspirations
- Personalized learning perks including digital courses
- Ground-breaking projects in Automotive and Tech
- Private Academic Scholarships (Bachelor/Master/PhD)
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
