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.