Quality Manager / Quality Excellence Leader

İNCİ MAKİNE ENDÜSTRİ SANAYİ VE TİCARET ANONİM ŞİRKETİ

As part of our continuous growth and digital transformation journey, we are seeking a visionary  Quality Manager / Quality Excellence Leader who will lead our Quality Management System, drive operational excellence, support our smart factory initiatives, and strengthen our position as a preferred supplier to leading global energy companies.

QUALIFICATIONS & JOB DESCRIPTION

Required Qualifications:

• University degree (preferably in Materials, Metallurgy, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in quality management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 3834-2 standards.
• Strong knowledge of welding quality requirements, WPS/PQR management, NDT methods and ISO 3834 system requirements.
• Proficient in FMEA, APQP, 8D, Kaizen, and problem-solving tools.
• Experience in digital quality systems, MES integration, SPC, data analytics and Industry 4.0 quality applications is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to build high-performing teams and drive a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Ability to represent the company in quality matters, both domestically and internationally.
• No restrictions on domestic or international travel. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage quality control across machining, welding, and painting processes.
• Develop and implement quality strategies aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
• Manage supplier quality standards and drive improvements aligned with company goals.
• Lead and apply FMEA, APQP, 8D, Kaizen, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Act as a company representative in quality matters, both domestically and internationally.
• Manage and lead all quality control and assurance activities.
• Set quality objectives and perform monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Lead company-wide quality improvement initiatives.
• Track and ensure periodic calibration of measuring equipment.
• Analyze quality control reports to reduce defect rates and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Create supplier audit plans, conduct audits, and lead improvement efforts. 
• Lead customer audits, inspections and quality improvement projects with international clients.
• Establish, monitor and improve quality KPIs such as customer complaints, defect rates, rework costs and supplier performance.
• Lead the digital transformation of quality processes by implementing data-driven quality management systems, MES integration, real-time quality monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.