Teamlead Quaility Management (f/m/d)

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

To strengthen our team in Köstendorf (Salzburg), we are looking for a Teamlead QM R&D / Prototyping who will lead a team of Quality Planners to ensure product safety and quality by developing PPAPs, MSAs, FMEAs, DOEs, and inspection plans for series production. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with QHSE and sustainability requirements, driving improvements, and maintaining high-quality standards through collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and efficient processes.

• Lead and develop the QM R&D/Prototyping Team, cultivating a culture of openness, collaboration, and high performance.
• Ensure product safety and quality by optimizing global QM requirements and maintaining compliance with QHSE and sustainability standards throughout the development process.
• Supervise compliant development processes, conduct risk analyses using FMEA, and oversee the creation of control and inspection plans, all while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide expertise and support for prototypes, first sample testing, supplier quality processes (e.g., APQP, PPAP), and facilitate seamless product transfers across different locations.
• Implement the global Quality strategy and objectives by driving Six Sigma projects, tracking process KPIs, defining supplier quality requirements, and supporting product transfers along with initial sample testing.

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or related field; preferred advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) (nice to have); 3-5 years of experience in quality planning or assurance in manufacturing (must have); experience leading teams of up to 5.
• Proficiency in quality management tools (PPAP, FMEA, MSA, DOE), software (Minitab, SAP-Q-Modul, Polyworks) and measurement systems; strong analytical skills; experience in continuous improvement initiatives
• Well-organized, proactive, able to manage multiple projects independently, practical problem-solver, and interculturally skilled.
• Core Tools Training (FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, APQP/PPAP, 8D problem-solving, MSA) (must have). Certified Quality/Supplier Quality Manager and Six Sigma certification (nice to have)
• Fluent in English and German; willing to travel up to 20%.

• Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home
• Further training and international career opportunities
• Corporate health management 'PALfit'
• Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy
• Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
• Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits

Minimum yearly gross salary according to Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 62.755,32 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.

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