Head of Quality (m/f/d) – BU Compression Technologies

GEA Refrigeration Germany GmbH

  • Berlin
  • Veröffentlicht am: 20. Mai 2025
Jobbeschreibung

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

The Heating & Refrigeration Division of GEA provides refrigeration and heating solutions for processes, distribution, district Heating/cooling and other industries. In this way we help our customers to de-carbonize their processes using only Natural zero-warming potential Refrigerants - we're at the forefront of industrial de-carbonation!


  • Factory Support: Proactively support production sites to elevate quality standards and optimize quality excellence.
  • BU Quality Support: Provide expert advice and guidance to the Business Unit Compression Technologies on process improvement and quality enhancement across all organizational areas.
  • Develop Guidelines & Procedures: Implement global quality guidelines and procedures in alignment with global QM and other Division quality functions to ensure consistency and best practices.
  • Prioritization & Team Support: Coordinate all initiatives aimed at enhancing the QM System and Quality Processes. Offer leadership and support to sites in the adoption of an aligned QHSE management system.
  • Manage Customer Returns: Oversee the end-to-end process for failure analysis related to customer returns, driving root cause identification and implementing corrective actions to mitigate costs associated with poor quality.
  • End-to-End Quality & Operational Excellence: Promote a comprehensive quality approach and operational excellence throughout the Business Units value chain, from lean manufacturing to category management and procurement.
  • Audits: Assist in preparing for external audits, re-certifications and corrective actions. Monitor compliance of certified sites with ISO standards and initiate corrective measures as necessary.
  • Reviews: Prepare Divisional Management Reviews and the content of the Divisions.

  • Educational Background & Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Quality Management, preferably within a production or project management environment.
  • Quality Management: Proficient in QM-Systems, international standards (ISO 9001), and the implementation of corporate Quality systems.
  • Certified Auditor: Qualified to audit Quality Management Systems and suppliers (ISO 19011, VDA 6.3).
  • Reporting: Demonstrated ability to prepare, collect and provide key Quality reports (based on KPIs) for different stakeholders.
  • Training Support Experience: Skilled in applying continuous improvement methods (e.g., PCDA, Lean/Kaizen Green Belt, or Six Sigma Green Belt) and proven capability in resolving complex issues.
  • Central Quality Team Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading intercultural Quality teams and fostering a high-performance quality culture. Excellent communication and change management skills.
  • Language Proficiency: Excellent written and verbal communication (C1) skills in German and English.

  • Engaging Tasks: Enjoy diverse and stimulating tasks within a great team, fostering a purpose-driven culture.
  • Leadership Opportunities: Lead and shape sustainability initiatives, contributing to environmental stewardship.
  • Flexible Work Model: Benefit from a hybrid working model that balances remote work with in-office collaboration.
  • Career Development: Access attractive development programs and promotion pathways for professional growth.
  • International Environment: Experience the dynamic setting of an international company with diverse colleagues.
  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package with additional benefits for financial well-being.
  • Generous Leave: Take advantage of 30 days of annual leave to relax, recharge, and pursue personal interests.
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