Lead - Supplier Quality Assurance

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead - Supplier Quality Assurance to drive supplier quality performance, manage non-conformances, and improve processes to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality leveraging a strong mechanical or manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Manage all NCRs where the supplier is responsible for the defect, ensuring timely closure with minimal impact on KK production.
• Analyze investigation results, prepare reports, verify production material non-conformities, and supervise quality documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, checklists).
• Create, assign, evaluate, and resolve NCRs while aligning with stakeholders to ensure an effective end-to-end NCR process.
• Govern and drive the reduction of COPQ
• Collaborate with buyers and finance teams to drive supplier accountability and cost recovery for quality-related issues.
• Review and provide 8D analysis reports from suppliers as required.
• Continuously improve efficiency and support troubleshooting activities in close cooperation with the production team.
• Provide technical quality support for ongoing production activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings to identify and implement process improvements, leading quality initiatives to enhance performance and reduce COPQ.
• Ensure timely execution and closure of non-conformities according to defined timelines

Our requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Quality, preferably as an SQA, SQD, or Quality Engineer.
• Engineering degree (mechanical or electrical) with a focus on manufacturing quality processes.
• Experience in welding, steel construction, machining, or casting is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (drawings, specifications, standards).
• Solid understanding of key problem-solving tools (8D, 5Why, Ishikawa Diagram, PDCA, A3, etc.).
• Proven capability to lead communication with supplier management and internal stakeholders to ensure effective problem resolution aligned with business needs.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and familiar with ERP systems (preferably D365).
• Proactive, flexible, and able to perform under pressure, both independently and in a team

We offer

At KK Wind Solutions, we offer you the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across cultures in developing innovative greentech solutions. Founded on our long history as an industry pioneer and strong financial position, we are always looking for ways to improve our business and encourage new ideas and fresh perspectives. Combined with a flat hierarchical structure and a positive and informal working environment with a can-do attitude, this allows our employees to grow both personally and professionally.

Potential Benefits (Depending on Role)

Further information

If the above matches your field of interest and your qualifications, please send your application and resume as soon as possible. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis.

For further information, please contact:
Julia Poniewiera +48 539 050 035