Quality Manager

Our Position

We are looking for an experienced Quality Manager to join the management team of Nitto Denko Czech s.r.o. , a stable Japanese multinational company and Tier 1 automotive supplier based in Brno.

In this role, you will take overall responsibility for the quality function at our manufacturing site.

You will lead and develop a mixed team of quality professionals and work closely with Production, R&D, SCM, other internal departments, customers and international colleagues across EMEA region.

Your main responsibilities will include:

- Managing and coordinating the daily activities of the Quality Department.

- Developing, motivating and supporting the quality team.

- Ensuring compliance with customer requirements, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, internal standards and applicable quality procedures.

- Managing customer and internal complaints using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D and PDCA.

- Maintaining and continuously improving the Quality Management System and related documentation.

- Planning and leading internal, customer and certification audits.

- Evaluating audit findings, identifying root causes and ensuring the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.

- Supporting effective APQP and PPAP processes.

- Applying and promoting continuous improvement methods such as Lean, Kaizen and Six Sigma.

- Managing quality risks and crisis situations and ensuring effective decision-making and communication.

- Planning quality inspections, testing procedures and evaluation methods.

- Supporting employee training and quality awareness across the company.

- Acting as the Product Safety and Conformity Representative.

- Communicating with customers and international Key Account Managers regarding quality issues and complaints.

- Presenting the department’s results in English on a monthly basis.

- Reporting directly to the Managing Director and cooperating with the EMEA Quality Director.

Your Profile

We are looking for a collaborative and reliable leader who combines strong technical knowledge with effective communication and decision-making skills.

You should have:

- A university degree in engineering or another relevant technical field, or equivalent professional experience.

- At least three years of experience in a quality leadership role within a manufacturing company.

- Experience in the automotive industry and a good understanding of automotive customer requirements.

- Proven experience in leading and developing a team.

- Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and preferably VDA 6.3.

- Practical experience with quality tools and methods such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, 8D and PDCA.

- Experience with internal, customer and certification audits.

- Advanced English at a minimum B2 level for daily communication, customer meetings and presentations.

- Professional working proficiency in Czech.

- Strong customer communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skills.

- Analytical thinking, accuracy, independence and the ability to manage priorities.

- Very good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.

- Experience with an ERP system; SAP knowledge is an advantage.

- Experience with automotive customer portals is an advantage.

- A valid Category B driving licence.

A trustworthy, responsible and collaborative approach.

What We Offer

- A key management position in a stable international Tier 1 automotive company.

- The opportunity to influence the direction of quality management at our Brno manufacturing site.

- A capable and diverse quality team and close cooperation with Production, R&D and other departments.

- A competitive salary reflecting your experience and level of seniority.

- An annual management bonus based on individual objectives and company performance.

- A company car for business and private use, including a contribution towards fuel or charging costs.

- A laptop and mobile phone.

- Flexible working hours and the possibility of occasional home office by agreement.

- 25 days of paid leave, increasing by one additional day after every three years of employment.

- A meal allowance paid with your salary.

- A subsidised MultiSport card.

- Company events, teambuilding activities and employee programmes.

- The possibility to participate in the Nitto ATP Finals employee programme.

- Workplace location in Brno.