Head of Global Quality

Permanent
Full-time

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead. Whether production, research, sales or administration - we love being the invisible force behind innovation. We deliver world-class quality in the areas of Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. As one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany, we employ around 16,400 employees in 40 countries.

The following challenges await you:

• As "Head (m/f/d) of Global Quality" you are responsible for leading the development and execution of the global quality strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment across all functions, including design, supply, manufacturing, and customer-facing quality processes.
• You lead the creation and maintenance of robust quality assurance frameworks for all products and processes.
• In addition, you oversee the implementation of quality control measures at every stage of the product lifecycle, from design through to final product delivery.
• You drive global initiatives to enhance product quality, optimize testing processes, and reduce defects and rework.
• Moreover, you proactively identify risks related to product quality, safety, and compliance, and develop mitigation strategies.
• You build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of quality professionals.
• You build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.

Your profile:

• Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Materials Science, Physics, Electronics) or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Quality Management within the electronics or automotive industry, with a strong preference for sensor technology.
• Fluent in English
• Proven experience leading global quality initiatives and managing quality teams across multiple regions and cultures.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to implement long-term goals while managing day-to-day operations.
• Strong passion for driving quality, innovation, and continuous improvement in a high-tech, fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in leading and managing quality teams with a focus on team development.

Curious? Apply now!

We look forward to receiving your documents by reference code 57658 via our online application portal.

Any further questions?

Our Recruiting Team, Heraeus Electronics, is happy to assist you by email: recruiting.het@heraeus.com. Or visit us at https://www.heraeus.com/careers.