Team Leader Quality Management (m/f/d)

Dietz & Associates International Management Advisory GmbHFreiburgstepstonepublished 09/25/2026
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Einleitung

Dietz & Associates International Management Advisory GmbH was founded to act as a responsible and competent partner, providing advisory support to our clients in the complex and sensitive field of HR consulting – both nationally and internationally. We assist our clients worldwide in filling positions ranging from middle management to C-level.

Leadership Role in Quality Management at an Internationally Operating Family-Owned Enterprise

Our client is an internationally operating industrial company specializing in the development, assembly, and testing of high-performance technological components and system solutions. With a focus on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical drive and control technology, the company serves demanding markets including construction machinery, mining equipment, the energy sector, and maritime applications. As part of a planned growth phase, we are looking for a

Team Leader Quality Management (m/f/d)

The Role

Technical and managerial leadership of a multidisciplinary quality team

Development and implementation of the quality strategy in alignment with overall company objectives

Promotion of a quality culture and preventive mindset across all departments

Analysis of quality metrics (scrap rates, customer returns, FPY) and initiation of continuous improvement measures

Coordination and support during customer, certification, and internal audits

Management of measuring and testing equipment, metrology, and calibration processes

The Requirements

Degree (Master's or Diploma) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or Production Engineering; alternatively, technical vocational training with further training as Quality Manager combined with relevant professional experience

At least ten years of professional experience in a senior quality assurance role within a demanding industrial environment, ideally in mechanical engineering or drive technology

Proven expertise in quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 50001) and quality tools (FMEA, 8D, APQP, PDCA)

Strong analytical and methodological skills combined with a systematic, process-oriented approach

Confident leadership personality with high credibility, assertiveness, and strong communication skills

Fluency in spoken and written English and German is essential; knowledge of French is an advantage

The Offer

Permanent direct employment with our client

Opportunity to shape and develop a modern quality department in a globally operating family-owned enterprise

Scope for personal and professional development through training and development programs

Attractive compensation package with performance-related components

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

International work environment with collaboration across multiple sites and cultures

Further Information

Have we sparked your interest?

We look forward to receiving your detailed application, including your CV and salary expectations, addressed to our Managing Director, Mr Michael J. Scheld, quoting reference number 1306/89 , at michael.scheld@dietz-associates.com .

You can rest assured that we will treat your application with the utmost confidentiality and respect any non-disclosure agreements.

The team at Dietz & Associates International Management Advisory GmbH

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35444 Biebertal

https://www.dietz-associates.com

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