Offer summary

Qualifications:

Master's or University degree in Mechanical Engineering., Advanced training in quality management; Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent preferred., Fluent in German and English., Strong communication skills and a proactive, self-motivated attitude..

Key responsibilities:

Develop and implement the quality strategy for assigned components, aligning with business goals.

Drive sustainable quality improvements in serial production parts and manage supplier performance.

Lead supplier onboarding and qualification, ensuring clear quality expectations.

Continuously improve internal quality processes and represent quality in new product development.

Job description

Accelleron is accelerating sustainability in the marine and energy industries as a global technology leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for heavy-duty applications. Building on a heritage of over 100 years as a trusted industry partner, the company serves customers in more than 100 locations in over 50 countries. Accelleron’s 3,000 employees are continuously innovating to deliver best-in-class products, services, and solutions that are mission-critical for the energy transition. You will join a team of experts in an exciting international environment, committed to excellence and innovation. Together, we support our customers in driving the transition toward sustainable industries with cutting-edge technology, deep expertise, and smart solutions. At Accelleron, we foster diversity and inclusion, welcoming and celebrating individual differences as a source of strength.

This is a role as a Quality Manager for Components in the strategic supply chain organization. You will be reporting to the Global Category Manager Components, based in Baden, Switzerland.

Are you a proactive leader ready to shape the future of quality in our global supply network? We are seeking a hands-on, forward-thinking professional who takes ownership of quality performance and actively leads strategic improvements across our supplier base for turbocharger components. In this key role, you will not only manage current supplier performance but also actively shape and implement quality strategies that build long-term value and resilience into our supply chain.

If you thrive in taking initiative, enjoy working in international environments, and want to make a measurable impact, we are excited to meet you.

Your Responsibilities:

Proactively develop and implement the quality strategy for the assigned components group, aligning it with long-term business goals and engaging with cross-functional stakeholders globally.
Take initiative to drive sustainable quality improvements in serial production parts, ensuring achievement of annual performance targets.
Anticipate and resolve customer complaints by identifying root causes and implementing robust corrective actions.
Actively lead supplier onboarding and qualification, ensuring a first-time-right approach through early involvement and clear quality expectations.
Ensure smooth supplier transitions by transferring critical quality knowledge during part relocations or portfolio expansions.
Take ownership of supplier development projects, using Lean Six Sigma methods to implement sustainable improvements.
Continuously challenge and improve internal quality processes, tools, and specifications to increase efficiency and prevent issues before they occur.
Represent quality proactively in new product and component development, ensuring early integration of quality standards and lessons learned from previous projects.

Your background:

Master's or University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Advanced training in quality management; Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent preferred.
Fluent in German and English.
Proactive, self-motivated, and accountable. You identify opportunities, take ownership, and drive impactful change.
Strong communication skills, confident in working across cultures and organizational levels.
Practical, hands-on problem solver with a strong drive for continuous improvement.
Willingness to travel internationally (up to 20%).

Your benefits: