Senior Manager Project Quality Mgmt

BASF SE • Wyandotte, MI

10d

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Manager Project Quality Management to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte.

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

We are seeking a professional like you to lead the regional Quality Management (QM) department at BC for GBU Cellasto and drive global excellence in project quality.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or above in a technical field with10+ years of quality management experience in the automotive industry.
• Deep knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs).
• Excellent knowledge of materials and processes, based on long-term experience.
• Certificate as a Certified auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, and VDA 6.5 (or equivalent knowledge).
• Working knowledge of quality tools: APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5-Why, SPC, FMEA, etc.
• Project management experience and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience leading a global team.
• Excellent skills in data analysis and visualization.
• Demonstrated urgency and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple demands.
• Strong skills in identifying, analyzing, and resolving quality issues.
• Ability to coordinate key tasks and quality objectives with cross-functional teams.
• Strong coordination, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Native English skills; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to work under high pressure.
• Team player who motivates and fosters a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SAP, APIS, and Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Leading regional QM at BC and heading the Global QM “Project Quality” cluster while aligning QM topics across GBU Cellasto and driving a proactive quality mindset
• Serving as the single point of contact for all quality topics, challenging management structures/processes/KPIs, and promoting quality and behavioral safety initiatives (e.g., Quality Days)
• Leading Supplier Quality and Testing at BC, acting as PSCR and Recall Manager for BC, and supporting audits (LPAs, IATF 16949, customer audits)
• Driving global quality processes (APQP, PPAP, D-/P-FMEA, Control Plans, Calibration, MSA,NCM, warranty handling including 8D and Fast Response Board), ensuring sustainable project documentation and knowledge preservation
• Analyzing requirements and standards with related departments to ensure global compliance, measuring customer satisfaction and driving improvements, negotiating QA/Warranty agreements, conducting risk analyses for MOCs/critical quality cases, and mentoring the Global Project Quality team

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees