Jobbeschreibung
Welcome to RIMOWA, the first German Maison of the LVMH Group. We are a global lifestyle brand with a mission to create the essential tools for a lifetime of travel. For more than 125 years, we've dedicated ourselves to develop unique products where function coexists with luxury, heritage with innovation, and craftsmanship with design. At RIMOWA we believe that great ambitions demand resilient companions. It's why our tools are created with longevity in mind. Because the most meaningful journeys last more than a trip, they last a lifetime. Please join us to discover your own.
Your responsibility will be to establish and uphold quality control measures during the phase between project initiation and the start of production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to guarantee that the product design, materials, and manufacturing processes align with our quality standards. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful transition from concept to production.
Join our team and contribute to the successful execution of our quality objectives during the critical phase between project kick-off and the start of production, driving our commitment to excellence in the luggage industry.
Project Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
- Collaborate with the product development team to establish quality criteria and guidelines during the pre-production phase
- Conduct comprehensive reviews and analyses of product designs, specifications, and prototypes to identify potential quality issues and provide recommendations for improvements
- Participate in design reviews and feasibility assessments, offering valuable insights to enhance product quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
- Work closely with the Global Supplier Quality Team and manufacturing partners to conduct quality assessments of raw materials, components, and tooling to ensure compliance with design specifications
- Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures for the pre-production phase, outlining key checkpoints, inspections, and testing protocols to mitigate potential quality risks and deviations
- Collaborate with internal teams to establish quality-related KPIs and metrics for monitoring the progress and effectiveness of quality control activities during the project phase
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation, including quality reports, test plans, and risk assessments, to track the quality status and facilitate effective communication among stakeholders
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of manufacturing processes and tools to identify opportunities for process optimization
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Industrial Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is advantageous.
- At least 4-5 years of practical work experience in a quality management environment
- Fluent English and German language skills (must have)
- Proven experience in quality assurance or quality control roles within the manufacturing or consumer goods industry, with specific experience in the luggage or luxury industry being a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and product development processes.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify potential quality issues and recommend effective solutions during the early stages of product development.
- Familiarity with quality control tools and methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and external partners during the project phase.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities with a strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in documentation and report writing to maintain comprehensive quality records and facilitate effective decision-making during the project phase.
YOUR BENEFITS:
- 30 days paid vacation per year
- Attractive remuneration (collective agreement) + annual profit sharing
- Flexible working hours paired with a hybrid working model
- Company pension plan with high employer contribution or other capital-forming benefits
- RIMOWA Essential Cabin suitcase as a gift after the probationary period
- 30% discount on the RIMOWA product range and other company benefits (e.g., for sports, lifestyle, fashion, etc.)
- Private sales at the LVMH-Group (e.g., Tag Heuer, Moet Hennessy)
- Good public transportation connections, sufficient employee parking spaces, job tickets & job bikes (partly subsidized)
- Qualitative company restaurant
- International environment within the LVHM-Group with exciting project opportunities