ResponsibilityLead the Quality department - strategic orientation and disciplinary management of the departmentDisciplinary and functional management of the Quality department and thus central contact for all relevant quality issues (in Aguascalientes)Support the start-up/ramp up on the location in AguascalientesDefine local quality targets in coordination with Global Quality Functions and other Supply Chain departments**CIP**: plan and coordinate projects to improve qualityEnsure quality of products, production processes and logistic processes towards the customerSupporting Operations and Logistics in ensuring quality and definition of improvement measuresApplication of quality strategy and methods at the site in cooperation with the global functions.Implement and manage quality management and environmental management systems (according to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001) in cooperation with Balluff MS groupEnsure that global standard processes are implemented on site.Perform and support audits (internally and externally)Own the authority to stop unsafe work, production and processes if the appropriate quality is not metManage quality relevant KPIs (i.E. monitoring and ensure achievement of agreed quality objectives)**Requirements**:Technical degree in the field of mechanics, mechatronics, physical engineering or electronics - in each case with several years of professional experience in quality assuranceVery good knowledge of quality management, especially ISO 9001, ISO 14001Structured approach to work, proven problem solving and methodological skills with quality methods such as FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa diagram, 5Why, MSA and SPCIntercultural competence and very good written and spoken English skillsWillingness to travel internationallyConfident handling of MS Office package (Word, Excel, PP, etc.), and SAPSense of responsibility & Target orientationDisciplinary leadership experienceStartup experience is desirable