Shape the next generation of plastic packaging solutions with us. We are a family-owned business focusing on the sustainable development and production of innovative packaging systems for a wide range of industries. Join us in paving the way towards an efficient circular economy in the packaging industry. Sustainability and in particular the environmentally conscious use of resources drive all business activities for our clients. Founded in 1955 in Austria, 24,350 colleagues now work together in 200 production facilities in 46 countries.

Quality Assurance Expert CEEU m/f/d

Steinabrückl/Niederösterreich | Full Time | Quality Assurance

What you will enjoy doing

Join our Regional Quality Assurance Team and drive standards, compliance and continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Support and further develop quality systems and standards across multiple sites in the region
• Support local QA teams in audit preparation, assessments and compliance-related topics
• Conduct internal audits and follow up on corrective actions
• Facilitate problem-solving activities and root cause analysis using established QA methods
• Support plants in quality planning, testing methods and process control activities
• Analyse quality KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide guidance and training on quality tools, standards and best practices
• Support customer complaint handling and quality-related troubleshooting activities
• Collaborate closely with production, OPEX and local QA teams across the region

What makes you great

• Degree in Quality, Chemistry or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in manufacturing, ideally in packaging, automotive or pharma
• Good understanding of quality methods and tools such as FMEA, CAPA, 8D, SPC and audits
• Experience with complaint handling, testing procedures and process control
• Structured and practical approach to problem solving
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting local teams through collaboration, training and knowledge sharing
• Proactive and reliable way of working
• Confident user of MS Office applications
• Very good English skills
• Readiness to travel up to 30% within the CEEU region

What you can expect working with us

• A welcoming team where each member matters
• Opportunities to grow, learn and take on meaningful work
• Flexibility and support to grow professionally and personally
• Well established global player with local commitment
• A collaborative environment built on trust and respect
• A diverse range of interesting tasks, projects and challenges
• 100% family-owned company with flat hierarchies
• Individual and well-structured onboarding
• Benefits:
• Subsidized lunches and discounted memberships at fitness facilities near you
• Financial support for massage treatments
• Private health insurance and pension plans complete the overall benefits package
• 2 days homeoffice regarding our homeoffice policy

Apply now
We know that no one ticks every box from day one -- and that's okay.
If you're motivated to grow, learn and take on new challenges, you'll find all the support you need with us.
Apply now - let´s shape our future together.

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Alpla Werke
Alwin Lehner GmbH & Co KG
Ms Sarah Kimayr, Human Resources
Leopold Lehner Str. 36
2751 Steinabrückl / Austria

About this job

Employment type: Full Time (Permanent employment)

Seniority level: Professional Experience

Work model: Hybrid

Place of work: Wöllersdorf-Steinabrückl

Field of work: Other Jobs, Engineering, Technical Jobs

Unfilled vacancies: 1 vacancy unfilled for this position

About the company

Employer: ALPLA Werke Alwin Lehner GmbH & Co KG

Number of employees: 10000+ employees

Locations: Wöllersdorf-Steinabrückl, Waidhofen/Thaya, Wöllersdorf, Kammern im Liesingtal

Details about this job

Full Time (Permanent employment)

• Monday to Friday
• 38,5 hours
• Willingness to travel

Place of work

• Wöllersdorf-Steinabrückl

Must-have skills

• FMEA
• CAPA
• 8D
• SPC
• audits
• MS Office

Required languages

• English B2

Must-have education

• Degree in Quality, Chemistry

Benefits

• Education and training
• Meal allowance
• Fitness programs
• Health measures
• Additional insurance
• Company pension plan
• Home office

Contact person

Sarah Kimayr
Human Resources