Head of Quality Plant

Company: ZF LIFETEC
Location: Pharr
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Your journey to a meaningful career starts with ZF LIFETECAt ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 48 locations in 20 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.Come and join to the Passive Safety Systems Division, this position will be located at El Salvador which is a new plant for the Division.Purpose of the jobResponsible for the conformity of the Quality Systems Management. Assures that processes meet quality and safety compliance guidelinesResponsibilities

• Drive ZF DNA of Quality Strategy implementation
• Drive excellence on quality performance thru Quality KPIs
• Product Safety Representative (PSR)
• Member of Plant Staff Management in charge of developing quality improvement strategies
• Lead Head of Plant to perform Management Review according to ISO 9001/IATF 16949 standards
• Drive compliance with quality management systems standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, etc.) and customer specific requirements
• Drive quality assurance on production processes through quality controls and ensuring meeting of internal and external quality requirements of products and processes
• Responsible to escalate quality concerns to upper management
• Responsible for APQP/Project planning compliance according to organization and customer requirements
• Responsible for laboratory/testing scope and compliance with calibration processes according (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, etc.) and customer requirements
• Drive resolution and prevention of customer quality concerns
• Lead strategies to meet and exceed customer satisfaction
• Responsible for supplier quality assurance management and processes at the plant, such as supplier concern management and incoming inspection.Required Skills & Experience
• Min 5 years experience in the automotive sector in Quality
• Technical background in occupant safety systems components
• IATF Rules, implementation and surveillance audits
• Demonstration of Gemba Kanri walks
• Drawing interpretation and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Problem Solving, organizational skills, teamwork, communication skills and targets oriented
• Domain of Automotive Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC)
• 6 Sigma Advance Statistics will be desirable
• Ability to work under pressure
• Availability to travel, visa
• Advanced EnglishWhat We Offer
• Benefits above the law
• Major Medical Expenses Insurance
• Competitive WagesBe part of our ZF Lifetec team as Head of Quality Plant and apply now!DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
• Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
• Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
• Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.Diversity & InclusionAt ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.
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