For our client Xylem we are seeking a APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and Qualification Manager with the responsibility to lead Quality activities within the product development and localization projects. Quality and continuous improvement is a highly prioritized area from the executive board why you will play an important role in Xylem.
The Role
You will through the application of APQP methodologies ensure the appropriate validation of products and production process before the final release of new products.
Work location is in Sundbyberg in Sweden. You will be part of a global quality organization and report to Quality Director Growth Center Transport, Dewatering and Treatment EMEA based in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. You must have the ability to travel up to 25% of your time.
We offer you an exciting career in an international environment, with a global network. We will focus on your personal development, and prepare you on your present and future career path. Join our sports club ”Xylem IF” and train or compete within swimming, football, running, skiing or other sports. Join the Art Club to participate in art raffles, showcase own artwork or go to the theater. All employees can also apply and possibly get the opportunity to go on a volunteer trip with Xylem Watermark, the business program for community initiatives: www.xylemwatermark.com
Is this you?
We are looking for someone that have experience from a similar position, preferably in automotive industry or experience with large OEM company. To be successful in this role you are used to apply APQP procedures for new product development projects and you have a data driven approach. You have statistical knowledge required to analyze products/processes performances and drive improvements. Problem solving oriented and used to work with technical drawings, standards and specification, with experience on choosing right mechanical and electrical measurement equipment are other qualifications.
You have a relevant education within Engineering or relevant work experience in an organization that supplied large OEM’s. Customer quality assurance experience and experience managing a certified quality management system is something we see as mandatory. A Six Sigma Certification is highly recommended. Good communication skills in written and spoken English are a must. Knowledge in the Swedish language is a plus.
We are looking for a candidate with an analytical mindset and with the ability to lead, inspire and increase attention on quality aspects with other project team members. To be successful in this role you must have a good people and communications skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Om Xylem
Xylem are 16,000 people unified in a common purpose: creating innovative solutions to meet our world’s water needs. Developing new technologies that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. We move, treat, analyze, and return water to the environment, and we help people use water efficiently, in their homes, buildings, factories and farms. In more than 150 countries, we have strong, long-standing relationships with customers who know us for our powerful combination of leading product brands and applications expertise, backed by a legacy of innovation. Xylem had 2016 annual revenues of $3.8 billion. For more information about Xylem, go to www.xyleminc.com.
Om Xylem
Xylem are 16,000 people unified in a common purpose: creating innovative solutions to meet our world’s water needs. Developing new technologies that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. We move, treat, analyze, and return water to the environment, and we help people use water efficiently, in their homes, buildings, factories and farms. In more than 150 countries, we have strong, long-standing relationships with customers who know us for our powerful combination of leading product brands and applications expertise, backed by a legacy of innovation. Xylem had 2016 annual revenues of $3.8 billion. For more information about Xylem, go to www.xyleminc.com.