Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means joining one of the world's largest, fastest-growing, and most dynamic global companies. Stanley Black & Decker is a world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems. We have been globally recognized as one of the most innovative, sustainable, and rewarding companies in the world. Recent acquisitions have made us the largest hand-tool, accessory and power tool manufacturer in the world.
Stanley Industrial, a Stanley Black & Decker Company, is a global leader in industrial solutions. We keep your world running seamlessly in ways both unnoticeable and remarkable. Our fastening systems connect the world’s cars and electronics, and our infrastructure solutions build the world’s roads, pipelines and sewer systems.
For manufacturers, our engineered fastening business meets assembly challenges around the world with innovative, customized and integrated solutions and systems. For oil and gas companies, we provide equipment and services for virtually every aspect of onshore and offshore pipeline construction and inspection. And for heavy construction and demolition, our family of powerful mounted and handheld hydraulic products are the undisputed leader in rebuilding infrastructure.
Join us in Global Operations at Stanley Engineered Fastening on our growth path and help shape our corporate development in a motivated and passionate way! We are looking for you as:
APQP Manager Global Industrial (all genders)
Giessen, Germany
Responsibilities:
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Support the Global Quality Team regarding the execution of the Quality Strategy around the Mission, Vision and Strategic Initiatives for New Product Development (NPD) and focus on customer satisfaction at all times
- Embed and maintain the Quality Model assigned into New Product Development, in accordance to the Industrial Milestone Process outlined by the Organizational Strategic Goals
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Partner with Product Management & Engineering on specs definition, testing protocol and Design Qualification Test Plan
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Ensure Quality Control Plans & Warranty Predictions are agreed with accountability throughout the project timeline inter-connected to Design, Compliance, Manufacturing, Reliability and Marketing deliverables
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Provide quality analysis of existing products (through product history, customer feedback, warranty returns & service center details, lab test data, product safety & component SC review, risk analysis, establishment and execution of design & process FMEA, Control Plan)
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Lead, coach and mentor direct/dotted line reports and cross-functional teams in alignment with the Quality Policy, Objectives & Strategy
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Create network to share and stimulate Quality best practices and foster the Quality culture; leverage IATF16949 to drive continuous improvement
- Lead post-launch audit, evaluation of Warranty Prediction, customer feedback, early warning, lessons learned, root cause analysis, corrective & preventive action process 8Ds/5Ys, deployment skills, closed-loop Quality control and validation
Required Capabilities & Experience
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Education: Bachelor’s degree - preferably in Quality, Reliability, Manufacturing or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical & Materials Engineering)
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5+ years of experience in Automotive Quality environment
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1-3 years of successful Program / Project Management experience
- NPD milestone process, or equivalent
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Quality Tools: DMAIC, GR&R, Cpk, SPC, DFMEA, PFMEA, Risk Assessment, Situation Analysis, Benchmarking, ABC Analysis, CTQ Matrix, Customer Feedback Evaluations, Problem Solving 5Ys/8Ds
- Familiar with different/customer-specific requirements from various Global OEM´s
- Basic blueprint reading skills with thorough understanding of Control Plans, PFMEA’s and Process Flows, GR&R and capability requirements.
- IATF16949 & VDA requirements
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VAVE or DtV
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Proficient in MS Office (365, Excel, Power Bi, Teams, PowerPoint, Project or equivalent)
- Very good written & verbal communication skills in English and German
Personal Attributes
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Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
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Interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse internal and external customers, co-workers and varying levels of management
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Coordination skills to leverage resource cooperation from remote locations
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Ability to de-escalate and resolve Conflicts that would otherwise halt project progress
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Highly self-motivated and structured with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities
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Autonomous, accountable and transparent approach to the management of the position’s roles and responsibilities
Top Reasons To Work With Stanley Black & Decker
- America’s Best Employers for Women 2020, Forbes (#1 in Category)
- Winner of the 2020 Reuters Responsible Business Award; Honoring Leadership In Sustainable Business
- Comparably Awards Recognize Our Leadership Commitment 2020
- Best CEO’s for Diversity
- Best CEO’s for Women
- Best Company for Professional Development
- Best Company Leadership
Why Stanley Engineered Fastening?
- Work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent ‑ Stanley is committed to hiring and developing great people who have a passion for excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Utilize cutting-edge technology and processes ‑ creating the next generation of products and services that will impact the world for generations to come.
- Foster growth and professional development capabilities. Because we are a large, global organization with many disciplines and locations, you'll have the opportunity to develop. Plus, our continued growth constantly creates new advancement opportunities.
- Be recognized & rewarded - We value our employees, recognize their talent, encourage their growth and reward contributions.
We offer:
- An exciting area of responsibility in an innovative and international environment
- Versatile development opportunities that are individually tailored to you
- An attractive compensation package
- Flexible working time models & home office
At Stanley Engineered Fastening, we believe in diversity and therefore appreciate all applications, regardless of nationality, ethnic and/or social background, gender, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual identity.
At Stanley Black and Decker, we welcome talented and competitive people, and reward them with outstanding career development, personal growth and leadership opportunities. Join the winning team at a company whose reputation speaks for it.
Please send us your application documents in English.