• Drive and support continuous improvement and lean initiatives within the quality control, production, and warehouse departments.
• Define and implement quality control strategies.
• Develop, review, and implement quality control procedures in alignment with company objectives and industry standards.
• Lead cross-departmental initiatives to enhance overall product quality.

• Organize and manage the day-to-day activities of the Quality Control Operations team
• Implement, monitor and report performance metrics (e.g. claims towards suppliers QNs, customer complaints etc.)
• Identify, implement, and communicate solutions when escalation occurs.
• Oversee the inspection of incoming materials, ensuring that they meet necessary specifications and quality benchmarks.
• Monitor the entire production process to ensure that all procedures and activities comply with quality standards.
• Represent the department during internal and external audits.

• Responsible for developing the appropriate organizational structure, resource plans and culture to support the business objectives.
• Provide leadership, coordination and coaching to the team enabling them to grow and succeed in their roles.
• Ensure strong communication between teams to facilitate exchange of information, changes, and improvements.
• Monitor ongoing progress and performance against objectives and identify any actions required.
• Complete regular performance reviews. Develop and maintain development/training plans.
• Train and mentor quality control staff on best practices, company policies, and the latest industry regulations and standards

• Master in engineering or equivalent by experience.

• Min 10 years of practical experience in a Quality Control engineering/industrialization in a similar production environment with a mix of electrical/electronic, optical and mechanical parts.
• Multi-language, international & intercultural experience.
• Language know-how: English (must), Dutch, French, any other language being an asset.
• Knowledge in problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of production processes.
• Experience in supplier relationship.
• Experience in development validation.
• Knowledge of project management tools for self-management.
• Experience in people management including competence management, career management, communication techniques and related tools.

• Professional knowledge of products and systems used in aviation or airports.
• Professional knowledge of relevant international and national standards (FAA, ICAO, …) and CE Directives//IEC standards