Quality and EHS Manager (m/f/x)

Energizing a new world with Exide Technologies

Exide Technologies () is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. With more than 135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future. Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. The company has 11 manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2 footprint with a local supply chain. With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide €1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year.

Exide Technologies' Energy Solutions division is developing and manufacturing stationary energy storage batteries, from backup power to large-scale storage systems (BESS and C&I). Exide's technology portfolio spans from multiple lead-acid over to lithium-ion technologies supporting the global energy transition and digitalization. Our storage systems are used in UPS, Telecom, Datacenters, Public Transport, in Front-of- and Behind-the-Meter applications and many more.

For our growing division Energy Solutions in Büdingen (nearby Frankfurt am Main) at the earliest possible date we are looking for a:

Join our team in Büdingen - catchment area Frankfurt, Hanau, Gelnhausen, Gießen, Aschaffenburg.

Reporting to the Senior Director Operations of Energy Solutions, the role is operationally leading and managing the Quality and EHS Methodology of our manufacturing plants and distribution centres with a zero defective philosophy. This also includes the supplier Quality management.

The position is the key front end to our customers and to translate specific market requirements into our manufacturing and distribution footprint.

The Quality and EHS Manager is closely working with the Quality and EHS organization embedded in the manufacturing plants and cooperates closely with all other key stakeholders, such as Sales, R&D, Procurement and Supply Chain.

What will your daily responsibilities include in this role?

• Manage, audit and continuously improve harmonized Quality strategies, methodologies and policies within our production and distribution facilities
• Customer dialogue and communication, including analysis of customer requirements and product claims
• Internal and external Quality and EHS Trainings
• Drive supplier quality audits
• Manage, audit and continuously improve harmonized EHS strategies, methodologies and policies within our production and distribution facilities
• KPI dashboards for Quality and EHS

What we ask for:

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Physics, Chemistry, or in a comparable discipline with a minimum of 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar Quality and EHS focused role
• Theoretical and practical experience in state-of-the-art quality methodologies such as Six sigma, Statistics, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, 8D, etc., with the ability to train and coach those
• Proven experience in coordinating and leading quality audits (process, product, systems, customer)
• Expertise in ISO standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Advanced IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office. Statistical Tools etc.
• Knowledge and Experience in Regulatory Health and Safety
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across all functions and levels within the organization
• Readiness to travel to our plants, DCs and suppliers

What we offer:

We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast growing divison within an International Corporation. You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including:

• Permanent contract
• Hybrid working model: combination of remote and collaborative office experience to enable innovation (3 days per week in the office, 2 days remote work after initial adaptation period)
• Annual holidays: 30 days
• Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• The option of leasing a company bike
• Contribute to innovative projects
• A real perspective of working in a dynamic environment

Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career.

Feel free to apply if you think you meet the criteria and are excited to join our project. Please submit your application along with an updated CV. A member of our Selection team will reach out to you. Best of luck!

Our energy: It's you! Together, we will be transforming the energy sector.

Exide is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Exide is committed to sustainability and value creation, respecting the planet's limits and fostering positive change for both the environment and people within the global energy storage system.

Exide Technologies GmbH
Im Thiergarten
63654 Büdingen