Are you looking for a job that gives you the responsibility to assure the quality and performance of the suppliers within your own category? Do you see a challenge in representing Quality Assurance during development- and improvement projects within multidisciplinary (QLTC) project teams? Do you like to work within an international team and align on global scale with the Global Quality community of Vanderlande? Then, you should apply for this position of (Senior) Quality Engineer!
The department
The Quality Assurance team exist of quality assurance engineers and quality assurances inspectors/ metrologists.
The department acts as a gatekeeper and advisor for assuring and maintaining the Vanderlande Quality Standard for parts and products. This is achieved by closely cooperating with Supply Chain-, R&D- and Project Execution stakeholders.
The key-activities are divided into four different focus areas: Release the Product, Manage the Supplier, Solve the Incident and Measure & Inspect. In this way we can manage all Supplier Quality Assurance activities in a structured way and create focus to assure high quality and sustainable equipment and services through reliable supplier relationships
What will you be doing?
As (Senior) Quality Assurance Engineer you will manage the performance of the suppliers within the category you are responsible for. You will actively follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) and lead Supplier Development programs (E.g. 4-Blocker method). You will schedule Supplier Audits on yearly basis. By doing so, you will contribute to building a sustainable relationship with suppliers within the category you are responsible for. You will be responsible for the process of releasing parts and products within Supply Chain and you will qualify suppliers prior to doing business with them, together with stakeholders within Supply Chain.
You are familiar with LEAN/SIX Sigma methods, 8D problem solving methods to solve supplier related product issues and you are able to release parts and products at suppliers by means of Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP) or you are willing to by trained in (one of) the methods above. Additionally, you have (Lead) Auditing experience or/and you would like to be qualified as lead auditor.
The function requires drive and initiative. Key is a pro-active attitude focused on assuring the quality of Vanderlande’s products and learning from previous mistakes, Every Day Better!
Responsibilities
Take responsibility for the performance of suppliers within own category. Provide input to the Supplier Audit yearly plan. Follow up on SCAR’s and lead Supplier Development programs.
Release Vanderlande products at suppliers by means of PPAP.
Solve supplier related product issues, applying 8D problem solving methods.
Perform well planned and structured supplier audits as well as internal process audits as a lead-auditor.
Report in a fact-based way and ability to review audit/inspection reports
Act as an ambassador for QA, with the ability to give presentations towards stakeholders about (process) improvements and way of working.
Work and participate as part of a team of QA professionals and align with Vanderlande’s Global Quality community on processes, way of working and improvements.
Work according to procedures/standards as agreed upon within Vanderlande’s Global Quality community and act as a role model for colleague QA Engineers and Inspectors.
Your profile
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field of study (E.g. Industrial-, Mechanical- or Electrical Engineering, or Technical Business Administration).
Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in the technical field, Electrical/Electromechanical knowledge is desired.
Excellent communication skills, good command of verbal and written English is a must.
Experience with International Management System Standards (E.g. ISO 9001/NEN-EN1090).
Experience with (Lead) Auditing (or willing to be trained and qualified).
You should apply when
You are a team player and a strong communicator with the ability to apply distinctive communication styles and influencing techniques.
You are a self-starter, able to plan and prioritize your own work.
You are analytical, able to link findings with potential root causes with a statistical mindset (basic knowledge such as Histogram, Process Capability, etc.)
You are a quality ambassador who can represent QA Vanderlande towards our suppliers.
What we offer
In the challenging and responsible position of Quality Assurance Engineer you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with plenty of room for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future. This position offers a competitive salary range of €5.500,00 up to €6800,00 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance) with a comprehensive travel allowance on top. Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.
On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:
40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
Flexible working hours
A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year
Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
Working from home allowance
Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives
And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista
Your application
So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information, please contact Britt Laarhoven on +31 413 – 49 33 73.
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Top Skills
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market.
Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions.
The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology.
Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation.
Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
