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Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Zero Defect Capability Leader to join our global ME team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and implementing our Zero Defect approach to ensure the highest quality standards in all our processes and products. Your main responsibility will be to support our Nordic sites, Kongsberg and Trollhättan.
- Develop and implement strategies for our Zero Defect approach.
- Be part of our Zero Defect Community of Practice.
- Ensure that quality goals are achieved by utilizing methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, and other improvement tools.
- Lead and train teams in quality and improvement processes.
- Analyze quality data and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with various departments to integrate quality standards across all production stages.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and enhance productivity.
- Evaluate and enhance supplier quality standards i.e. APQP/SQAR in close cooperation with the Supplier Quality organization.
- Run specific ZD projects on decided focus products and/or manufacturing processes together with Operations and Design Engineering.
- Support local site with New Product Introduction (NPI) projects with ZD approach
- Develop and sustain/maintain the global NPI process
- Support program with Life Cycle Gate process and it´s checklist regards to Industrial Reviews (IR)
- Work cooperative within Engineering & Technology and Operations on a global level
- Relevant university degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in quality management and improvement work.
- Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)
- Strong analytical skills and experience with statistical analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects from start to finish.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams.
A detail-oriented and quality-conscious professional with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
EmploymentTravel requirements
The position will be based in Sweden or Norway. Travel to other locations within Nordics, EU and US is expected
Employment Type: Full-time
We Offer
- A challenging and stimulating work environment.
- Opportunity to influence and improve our quality processes.
- Opportunities for career development within the company.
The selection process takes place continuosly. The position may therefore be filled before the application deadline. Therefore, do not wait with your application!
Last date for application: 2025.03.31
For more information, please contact hiring manager:
Per-Anders Atterklev | Head of Global ME Function | GKN Aerospace Engine Systems Sweden
Phone: +46 520 293017 | Mobile: +46 700 873017
The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements.
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.