Kongsberg Automotive

Hvittingfoss

Kongsberg Automotive, department Hvittingfoss, seeks talented and enthusiastic people who want to be involved in producing components for tomorrow's vehicles. We offer a strong corporate culture with a focus on innovation, teamwork and effective manufacturing processes. 
We are now looking for a Quality Engineer with a good understanding of the subject who want to ensure that that production delivers parts according to the quality standards. We want you who have a mindset of customer satisfaction and service improvement.
Responsibilities
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Customer satisfaction in resolution and containment of concerns
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Ensure that the manufactured parts meet the customer quality standards
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Act as the primary liaison for customer PPAP submissions related to New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product/Process Change Requests (PPCR)
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Main tasks
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Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with customer representatives.
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Lead quality improvement initiatives to ensure production consistency and minimize the impact of non-conformities.
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Monitor and manage scrap levels in the assigned production area, including daily follow-ups and action plans to reduce waste.
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Handle customer complaints using structured problem-solving methodologies to prevent recurrence.
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Develop and implement procedures, conduct internal audits, and establish control plans to maintain quality standards.
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Provide training and raise awareness among operators to promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality ownership.
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Identify, prioritize, and implement opportunities to improve customer satisfaction.
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Control and manage non-conforming materials both at the customer site and in transit, including coordinating third-party containment services when necessary.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to prepare, submit, and manage PPAP/PSW documentation for NPI, PPCR, and customer approval.
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Education/Experience
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Higher education holding a bachelor’s degree in related field Experience
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Knowledge of international quality standards and GD&amp;T.
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Familiarity with IATF 16949:2016 (desirable).
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Experience with NPI, change control processes, and quality issue resolution.
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Skills
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MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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SAP
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Language skills:
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English fluent written and oral
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Need to understand and be able to communicate in a Scandinavian language.
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Personal skills
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Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle competing deadlines.
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Practical knowledge of problem-solving tools.
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Drivers license class B (there are no public transport to the plant/facility)
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What we offer
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Work in a dynamically developing company with an established position on the international market.
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Challenges and opportunities to implement your own ideas and professional development.
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Good insurance and pension schemes
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Competitive salary and compensation
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Application / Contact
If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!
Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.
For any questions, please contact QA &amp; HSE Manager, Leandro Braz, phone +47 469 56 510 email: <a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:leandro.braz@ka-group.com">leandro.braz@ka-group.com</a>
The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date, 04.01.26